{"id":9716,"date":"2025-10-13T22:15:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T22:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/?p=9716"},"modified":"2025-10-13T22:15:10","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T22:15:10","slug":"what-happens-when-you-eat-expired-cans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/?p=9716","title":{"rendered":"What Happens When You Eat Expired Cans"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5320-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5320-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5320-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5320-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5320.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dates printed on canned goods often cause unnecessary concern. Most labels, such as \u201cBest By\u201d or \u201cUse By,\u201d refer to the product\u2019s peak quality and flavor, not its safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A can that has passed this date may still be perfectly safe to eat. The key factor is how the can has been stored; it should be kept in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The longevity of the contents depends on the food\u2019s acidity. High-acid foods like tomatoes are best consumed within 12 to 18 months for optimal quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conversely, low-acid items such as beans, corn, and canned meats can remain safe to eat for three to five years, or even longer, when stored correctly. According to the USDA, a can in good condition can be safe indefinitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is crucial, however, to inspect the can before use. Clear signs of spoilage include bulging lids, leaks, significant rust, deep dents, or any odd odors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you observe any of these warning signs, you should dispose of the can immediately. Never taste food from a compromised container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding these guidelines helps reduce food waste and save money. Before discarding a past-date can, check its condition. If it appears undamaged and smells normal, it can likely provide a safe and convenient meal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The dates printed on canned goods often cause unnecessary concern. Most labels, such as \u201cBest By\u201d or \u201cUse By,\u201d refer to the product\u2019s peak quality and flavor,&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9716","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9716","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=9716"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9716\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9718,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9716\/revisions\/9718"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=9716"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=9716"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onlinenews92.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=9716"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}