That will depend how far past the best-by it has gotten. Shelf stable canned foods don't generally have an expiration. They have a best-if-used-by date which means the food should be at it's prime up to that date. Afterwards, it will still be edible (if the seals are intact, the can isn't swollen and it has been stored under appropriate conditions), though there may be noticeable flavor and appearance changes.
You really should go through your pantry a couple times a year and use up product before it hits that best-by date.
When frozen food expires, it is best to throw it away to avoid the risk of foodborne illness. Do not consume expired frozen food.
One thing would be to use misshapen fruit and vegetables and other things that groceries throw away and make canned food from them and ship these to people who need food.
I would strongly suggest that you don't. Canned food is susceptible to many pathogens. If in doubt, throw it out.
No, unless such food is commercially packed or canned. On arrival, your package would be inspected by a customs officer, and if he/she sees no proof of such packaging, he/she will throw it away.
its is irresponsible to throw away uneaten food.-Apex
People throw away things like food scraps, old newspapers, plastic packaging, and used containers in the garbage. They also dispose of broken items, worn-out clothes, and expired household products this way.
You throw it away
Expired nuts may contain aflatoxins which has linkage to cancer. Aflatoxin has no smell nor particular flavour so you can't taste them even when the food seems to be ok. I'd say throw it away, better safe than sorry.
Yes, botulism can potentially be acquired from expired processed canned chicken soup if the can is damaged, improperly sealed, or has been stored at inappropriate temperatures. The bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism, thrives in low-oxygen environments like sealed cans. If there are any signs of spoilage, such as bulging, leaking, or an off smell, it is safest to discard the product. Always prioritize food safety and avoid consuming expired canned goods.
It should be, provided the cans are kept dry, but examine them carefully for corrosion or being mis-shapen before you use them. If you notice anything strange with the cans, throw them away.
food that is thrown away
Canned food replaces some of its' nutrition with preservatives which are slightly toxic, (in other words, processed food takes away the good and replaces it with the bad) to stay "fresh" longer. Real fresh food is far healthier than canned food is simply because it does not contain these semi-toxic preservatives.