It’s easy to be confused by “use by” labels… should you throw it out right away? Is it dangerous to your health to eat after the date?
Julie Garden-Robinson, from NDSU Extension, says the FDA is attempting to clear up the confusion.
Best if used by
The FDA is urging the industry to streamline food labels into one standard label: Best if used by.
Which Garden-Robinson notes this can still be confusing. The date is referring to quality. So, while you could see some changes in quality and texture, it is not about safety. A “use by” date if the only one used for safety purposes and can be found on baby food. So, you could still conceivably use and consume the product for up to 3 months after the “best if used by” date.
The confusion over the various labels is contributing to Americans tossing out $161 billion worth of food each year, the FDA says. That’s about 20% of consumer food waste in homes.
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