Food Spoilage | Food Safety

How long past the expiration date is creamed peas safe to eat?

Because creamed peas contain dairy I would not suggest consuming them beyond the expiration date

How long is Albuterol good after expiration date?

They can last forever. The only problem with using them past the expiration date is the longer the inhaler goes past the expiration date the less effective the medication will be.

How long does miracle whip last past expiration date?

You can eat it 30 days after the expiration date is. No more!!

Can cool whip be used past the expiration date and if so how long past?

No because i wont have its creaminess anymore. So my advice is finish it before the expiration date.

Is it safe to take AZO Standard past expiration date?

The expiration date is how long the medication is guaranteed to be potent for. You should be fine to take it past its exp date, just might not work as well.

How good are raisins past the expiration date?

They are no good as of the expiration date...

How long does Nutrisystem food last?

NutriSystem food only lasts as long as the expiration date states. Once they have gone past the expiration date then the food is has gone stale.

Drinks how long good after expiration dater?

Some drinks will be good far past the expiration date on the bottle or can. Other drinks will not even be good up to the expiration date if left in the wrong conditions.

How long is turkey bacon good for after expiry date?

Turkey bacon should be eaten by the expiration date. The bacon only lasts a few days past the expiration date if kept well.

Can you take medication that is just a few days past the expiration date?

You cannot take medication that is a few days past the expiration date because after the expiration date, they lose potency and may be unsafe.

How long past the expiration date can you use cake frosting?

I'd be careful and just not use it... Usually groceries can last about a week after the expiration date, but I still wouldn't use it.

How long are vitamins good past the expiration date?

They must be thrown out due to chemical breakdown.

How long does cake mix last past the expiration date?

If it looks and smells right, bake on.

Can you use asmanex inhaler past the expiration date?

You don't want to use any medication past the expiration date, as it will not work as effectively as it should. Your asthma may not be as well controlled if you use Asmanex past its expiration date, which is 45 days from when you open it.

How long is sour cream good for past its expiration date?

I would not recommend eating anything that has passed it's expiration date, eating such products may cause food poisoning.

are my Cheerio coupons valid?

Most coupons have an expiration date that is printed on the front. Check your Cheerio coupons to find out their expiration date. You can then determine if they are past the expiration date or not.

How long past the expiration date is amoxicillin good for?

Probably several years but don't depend your life on it.

Can you eat cake that the flour used is way past the expiration date?

You shouldn't eat cake if the flour used to make it is way past the expiration date.

What is the expiration date of Activia?

The expiration date is when the product should be thrown out, however it is ok to eat it only if it is slightly (one or two day(s)) past the expiration date.

How long can margarine be used past its expiration date?

The date on margarine likely has more to do with quality and flavor rather than food safety. The date is probably more of a "best by" than and "expiration". It will be up to you whether to use it or not.

Can evaporated milk be used past the expiration date and how long past if it can?

If the milk is in an unopened can, yes. Then it will stay safe up to 5 days.

How long does packaged popcorn last past best by date?

if you have packaged popcorn past the expiration date, throw it way because if must be at least 3 years old.

How long past expiration date for swanson chicken broth?

The date on the broth is NOT an expiration date. There are only a very few foods with an expiration date. They are baby foods. The rest are "best by" or "use by" dates. The manufacturer is saying they "guarantee" maximum quality if consumed by that date. Nothing "magical" happens inside the package on the date on the outside.

How long is meat good after the expiration date?

It isn't. That's why it's called an "expiration date." Eating it past that date could be harmful, and you risk getting a disease such as E. Coli. If the food was stored properly as indicated on the package, the food is good to eat quite long after the expiration date. The expiration date is similar to a guarantee, for consumers; for example, restaurants. If you see any change in the food or are not sure…

Can sodium hydroxide used past expiration date?

I don't know what is sodium hydroxide but what I do know is that anything or any food that is past its expiration date is not safe to use.

How long is tessalon good after expiration date?

It's not! Medications are given expiration dates based on how long they have been proven to contain the active ingredient at a certain percentage. Although many medications simply become less effective past the expiration date, there are several medications that may become toxic and dangerous once past the expiration date. Therefore, all medications should be disposed of after their expiration date. Acually over the counter meds, among many others usually do stay good longer than…

How long is can soup good past expiration date?

if it is pass the expiration date then throw it away and buy a new can of soup. You don't want to get tummy aches from it and it's BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY. =)

Is it safe to eat food past its expiration date?

Yes. The expiration date is only for best used before the date. It does not mean that after that date the food is spoiled.

How long is eggnog good past expiration date?

It depends on if its been refrigerated, and how much it has been contaminated by germs.

Can buttermilk be used past its expiration date?

Yes, as long as it pours smoothly and without chunks in it, it should be fine.

Is Yakult still good after expiration date?

well most foods are still good after their expiration date because usually the expiration date is the sell date, so yes it could still be good. also yes and no bacause the expiration date is not entirely accurate. if it is a year past its expiration date i advise you NOT to eat it!

Is it safe to use Valium past the expiration date?

I asked my doctor this question and he said probably not harmful but might not be very effective after one year past expiration date.

Is it safe to eat frosting past its expiration date?

The expiration date just tells when the store or company will have new ones shipped in.

Can you use pasta sauce 2 months past the expiration date if it is unopened?

No. The expiration date is for the unopened product. You should discard it.

How long is milk safe past the expiration date?

Uhh... never that's why its an expiration date! More information Around here, the date on the milk carton is a not an expiration date. If it was of initial good quality and has been handled and stored properly, the milk should be OK up to 5 days or even a week beyond the date on the package. A week or two even milk is still good after the expiration date.

Unopened pasta sauce ok past experiation date?

no, that is why there is an expiration date.

Can buttermilk be used past the expiration date?

Buttermilk has a long shelf life, if it doesn't smell sour or pour in lumps, it should be OK to cook with, but I wouldn't drink it if more than 3 days past expiration.

How long past the expiration date is packaged coleslaw?

"Expiration Date"? There is a SELL BY date, and on canned goods, and some dry goods, a BEST IF USED BY, or BEST IF OPENED BY dates. Meats and dairy goods usually are the ones with MUST SELL BY dates...

How long after an expiration date on a can can it be used?

In theory: Quite some time. In fact: Canned food becomes more and more tasteless and unappetizing as it ages. In practice: Discard canned food past it's expiration date.

How long does canned biscuit last after the expiration date?

The manufacturer establishes the expiration date as being the last date they're willing to guarantee that the product will taste as intended. Past that you're taking your chances as far as taste goes, and if it's long past that, you may be taking chances as far as your health goes. There really is no hard and fast rule for how long after the stated expiration date a product may remain tasty or safe. The best…

Can you use Gatorade Powder past the expiration date?

Yes, because the powder is essentially composed of sugars and vitamins- two things that take very long periods of time to "go bad".As long as it is within a year of the expiration date, it should be fine.

How long are unopened spices good for?

Just a little past the expiration date because, well, the freshness is sealed inside.

Is it still ok to eat SPAM that's 15 years past its expiration date?

yes as long as its email spam

How long is a carisoprodol pill potent past the expiration date?

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How dangerous is it to take prescription medications after the expiration date?

It depends on how long after the expiration date they are used. While you will not get sick from it, i.e. it's not toxic, it may have lost its active properties with time. I personally, as well as many others I know personally, take medications past the expiration date with no adverse reactions. Again, really the only thing that can happen is that it may not be as powerful as it was if a long…

Can you eat expired pepperoni that has not been opened?

As long as it's been refrigerated and isn't more than a week past the expiration date, it should be fine. Make sure it's the expiration date and not the "sell by" date. Those are two different things.

Does coconut water expire?

Coconut water can expire and the expiration date is shown on the package. When the water has past the expiration date, it's best to discard.

Does the expiration date on an unopened jar of cheez whiz mean its bad past that date?

Not necessarily, but it depends how it has been stored and how far past the expiration date it has gotten. The product might not taste as good as hoped or perform as expected.

How long past the expiration date is Interceptor flavor tabs for dogs?

The expiration date on the package means that the medication must not be sold or dispensed after that date. Drug companies must set the expiration date far in advance of when the product's effectiveness might begin to deteriorate, taking into consideration the length of time it will take the buyer to use the product after it is purchased.

How long past the expiration date can you safely use icing?

Just a couple of days like 1-2. After that throw it away

Is it ok to use 5-6yrs old yeast in cooking?

no, this is long past its expiration date, throw it out and buy new.