Summary
An educational overview explaining the different types of expiration dates on food products and why it is important to heed them.
Highlights
Understanding Date Labels00:00:13
Food products often carry three types of labels: Sell-By, Best-By, and Use-By. The Use-By label is the actual expiry date, and food should generally not be consumed past this point.
Risks of Expired Food00:00:28
Consuming expired food leads to a loss in nutritional value. Furthermore, if stored improperly, bacteria can multiply, potentially causing food poisoning, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Canned Goods and Safety Checks00:00:49
Canned foods that have expired may react with the metal container to produce hydrogen gas, resulting in dangerous bulges. Always rely on sensory indicators like smell and sight in addition to the expiry date to verify food quality.