Most people wonder, “How long can I keep a product after the product date has passed?” The answers to this question depend on a number of factors. Some are simple, others are complicated. There is no uniform or universally accepted system used for food dating in the United States. Dates and codes usually indicate the... Read more
Since 1994, food and beverage companies have been required by law to place a Nutrition Facts Panel on items sold in stores and markets. It is meant to supply you, the consumer, with information about the food’s nutrients in an easy-to-follow format. If you aren’t familiar with it, it can look like a few numbers... Read more
