Even if they look fine, they can grow Listeria — a dangerous bacteria — even in the fridge.
These spoil easily and can carry dangerous bacteria like Listeria and E. coli.
Expired eggs can cause salmonella. Always do the float test: if it floats in water, toss it!
Raw meats spoil quickly. After the expiration date, they’re a serious risk for food poisoning.
Extremely perishable. Eating spoiled shellfish can cause severe illness or even death.
Mold and bacteria grow fast on berries. Even a little mold can mean hidden spores inside.
These can harbor dangerous bacteria once they pass their use-by date — even if they look okay.
Without pasteurization, harmful bacteria like E. coli or Salmonella can grow more easily.
High-risk food due to how they’re grown — warm, moist environments perfect for bacteria.
Even pasteurized milk can go bad fast after the date. Sour smell = bacteria growth. Don’t risk it.