How Long Does Milk Last After the Expiration Date

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Milk. • • We know it does a body good. • • But how long is it good for? • • Sell by and “Best if Used By” dates can be confusing. • • Just make sure you’re not throwing it out too soon and wasting money. • • You wouldn’t be alone since 78% of buyers throw out milk and other dairy products once the date on the label has passed, according to the National Science Foundation. • • • Before we break it down, Healthline points out most milks can be consumed several days past the date on the label. • • • Best if used by, sell by and use by are all recommendations from the Food and Drug Administration about quality, not necessarily safety. • • Translation; the printed date is all about when the quality will start to decline. • • It doesn’t mean milk needs to be tossed right after the date passes. • But a dietician tells CBS News, expiration dates mean what they say; toss the items if they haven’t been used by this date. • • The extended fridge life is because milk is pasteurized, killing the bacteria. • • • That’s why most milk in the U.S. has a three-week shelf life. • • • But it can last another week if it passes the sniff test. • • A registered dietician and nutritionist tells NBC News it’s usually fine to have milk if it doesn’t stink and is only a week past the sell-by date. • • That’s in line with the Dairy Council of California, which is a bit stricter, suggesting 5-7 days past the sell-by date. • • Just as long as it’s stored at the right temperature. • • Healthline cites food experts who say it should hover around 40 degrees Fahrenheit. • • Finally, don’t let it sit out for more than two hours. • • Otherwise you increase the risk of foodborne illness. • Subscribe to our channel: / buzz60 • Buzz60 is designed for the way we live now. Short, quirky video snacks that are a little sassy, and always smart. Buzz 60 -- and the Buzz60 channel on YouTube - produces all kinds of news video clips for web viewers who want more than just repurposed content. Our team is a diverse group of video journalists with dozens of Emmy awards, an authentic sense of humor, and a mandate to connect with viewers every day. • • Like us Facebook: / buzz60 • Follow us on Twitter: / buzz60 • Add us to your Circle on Google+: http://bit.ly/12nIt6n

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