80 Items That Are Dangerous After They Expire

They Might Be In A Can, But Look Out

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Canned goods have a longer shelf life than produce, but these have an expiration date, too. Typically, the lifespan of canned food is between one to four years when stored properly, in a dark, cool space.

“Many people feel canned items can last ‘forever.’ Not so!” says Lisa Lewis, MD, a pediatrician in Fort Worth, Texas. “Never used canned foods after the expiration date.” Lewis further warned that if you digest spoiled canned food, you may get food poisoning symptoms.

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