Do you ever wonder what all those dates on your food mean? What's safe to eat and what should you toss? Today, we're discussing food date labeling with a guest podcast episode from Inspect and Protect, The Canadian Food inspection Agency podcast with hosts Greg Rogers and Michelle Strong. Today, Laura Reid, a date labeling expert from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency breaks down the difference between best before dates, which are about food quality, and expiry dates, which focus on safety. She shares tips on how to handle foods after their best before dates and why proper storage matters. Stick around to learn how these labels help prevent food waste and ensure your pantry stays fresh.
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Inspect and protect is the official podcast of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency with a focus on sharing stories about safe food, healthy animals and disease and pest free plants.
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