Date labels. Expiration dates. Best-by dates. Whatever you call them, at some point, you’ve probably squinted at those tiny dot-matrix-printed numbers and wondered: “Does this mean my cheese might ...

Labels on food are confusing for all kinds of reasons. Here’s what they mean. By Christina Couch When you open your fridge, how often do you check the dates on your food? The yogurt container says ...

We’ve all probably been there: You pull out your milk from the fridge only to realize it’s two days past the expiration date. Upon further inspection, it looks and smells just fine, but instinct tells ...

SAN DIEGO — Experts warn that confusing expiration dates on food packaging are causing families to waste thousands of dollars annually on perfectly edible food. A recent study by nonprofit ReFED found ...

This dried fruit makes a nutritious snack—as long as you keep your portion size in check. Dates are packed with fiber and nutrients that support gut, heart, and bone health in just a few bites. Dates ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture have announced a joint request for Information (RFI) about food date labeling, which includes the use of terms such as ...

As part of National Food Safety Month, Hans Weding, Extension registered dietitian and certified ServSafe instructor who has led numerous food safety training courses for professionals in the food and ...

If you've ever been confused by the difference between labels that say "Best By", "Sell By" or "Use By," you aren't alone. "Best By" labels show the end of the period during which food will be at its ...