Tag: Eat old food

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 48 million people in the U.S. get sick from a foodborne illness each year. While not all are caused by expired products, understanding what happens if you eat food that's too old is critical for preventing illness and serious health complications.

According to food safety experts, an unopened jar of commercial jelly can be safe for consumption far past its 'best by' date, sometimes for years. However, the real question is, can you eat 3 year old jelly, especially if it has been opened, and is the quality still acceptable? The answer depends heavily on its storage and signs of spoilage.