In the bustling aisles of a grocery store — amid fresh produce and neatly arranged shelves — exists a variety of food products, each with its own story and timeline. This silent countdown begins the ...

Learn what expiration dates really mean to avoid tossing good food. But hold on a second. Did you know that food may still be safe to eat after the expiration date? These dates can be confusing, and ...

Based on FDA regulations, sunscreen is required to have an expiration date unless testing by manufacturers can guarantee its longevity and stability past three years. Most sunscreen will have an ...

Have you ever opened up an old food package and wondered, “Is this safe to eat?” Best If Used By, Sell By and Use By dates can be confusing, so let’s break it down. Best If Used By: This is the last ...

Have you ever opened up an old food package and wondered, “Is this safe to eat?” Best If Used By, Sell By and Use By dates can be confusing, so let’s break it down. Best If Used By: This is the last ...

Pamela is a freelance food and travel writer based in Astoria, Queens. While she writes about most things edible and potable (and accessories dedicated to those topics,) her real areas of expertise ...

I was one confused consumer one night last week. Late at night and hungry, I opened the freezer door to find a lone microwave dinner. "OK," I thought, "this will have to do." But then something ...