Understanding Food Expiry Dates: Best Before vs Use By

# Understanding Food Expiry Dates: Best Before vs Use By

Expiry dates on food packaging can be confusing. Many people throw away perfectly good food because they misunderstand what these dates mean. Let's clear up the confusion.

Types of Food Dates

### Best Before Date This indicates when the food will be at its best quality. Food is still safe to eat after this date, though flavor, texture, or nutritional value may decline.

### Use By Date This is a safety date, primarily used on perishables like meat, fish, and dairy. Food should not be consumed after this date due to potential health risks.

### Sell By Date This date is for retailers, not consumers. It tells stores when to remove products from shelves. Food is typically still good for several days after the sell by date.

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