Some foods can be consumed several days after the expiration date stated on the packaging. However, a person who consumes raw fish, eggs or even expired meat takes health risks.
Although we are all against food waste, it is necessary to carefully check the packaging of the products we buy in supermarkets to ensure that their consumption is safe. In reality, passing the expiration date of a perishable product exposes you to various illnesses.
Here is a list of foods that can be consumed after the expiration date, relayed by our colleagues at Femme Actuelle:
Foods that never expire:
Certain foods like real honey which has many health benefits, salt, sugar or even vinegar never expire and can be kept forever.
Foods that do not expire, except in certain cases:
Canned goods, rice, pasta, cornstarch, flour, cereals and even dried vegetables can remain intact well after the expiration date marked on the packaging. However, these products can be infested with food moths and undergo spoilage.
Foods that can be eaten after the expiration date
Mustard, ketchup, pickles and even spices can be stored and consumed well after the expiration date. In reality, the expiration dates of these foods may have passed. However, their taste can change over time.
Other foods that can be consumed after the expiration date include dairy products such as crème fraîche, cheese, milk and yogurt. These, if unopened, can be consumed one to two weeks after the date mentioned.
To know if they are good, check the packaging. If it has swollen, potentially dangerous bacteria has developed and it is best to throw the products away. Additionally, a pungent, acidic smell may indicate that they have gone bad.
Furthermore, frozen products can be consumed after the date mentioned on the packaging, if the cold chain has been respected. If stored properly, raw fish can be kept for 6 to 9 months past the expiration date. For poultry and fruits and vegetables, the deadline extends to one year. However, frozen meals keep less well than packaged products.
Foods that should definitely not be consumed after the expiration date
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