What You Need to Know About Food Expiration Dates

ou’re not alone. Millions of people throw out perfectly good food every year — not because it’s spoiled, but because they misunderstand what expiration labels actually mean.

Here’s the truth:Most dates on food packaging are not safety deadlines. They’re about quality, not danger.

And thanks to confusing labels, the average American household wastes over $1,500 worth of food each year.

Let’s clear up the confusion once and for all — so you can eat safely, save money, and reduce waste.

Because real food safety isn’t about fear. It’s about knowing what those dates really mean.

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