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What does “expiration date” really mean? What’s the difference between a “sell-by” date and a “best-if-used-by” date, and what will happen if you eat something after those dates pass? Find out more in our latest:

Should you follow expiration dates and sell-by dates? Learn what expiration and sell-by date labels mean. Don't waste food — and money — find out what the dates mean and when to follow them.

Worried about consuming microplastics? You’re not alone. Luckily, we’ve got tips for helping you avoid them:

How to avoid eating microplastics and chemicals in plastic Learn how microplastics get into your food and discover simple steps to lower your exposure, from safer cookware to smarter food choices.

Studies have shown that sell-by and best-by dates confuse consumers into throwing out perfectly good food. One solution? Standardizing these labels, something California just did through a recent law. Outside California, you can reduce food waste by figuring out which sell-by/expiration dates matter and which don’t:

Should You Follow Expiration Dates and Sell-by Dates? Learn what expiration and sell-by date labels mean. Don't waste food — and money — find out what the dates mean and when to follow them.