Question

What do you understand by "expiry date" written on packed food items?

Answer 1

Expiry date:

1. Every food which is prepared has a shelf life.
2. Shelf life is defined as the time of product till which it can be stored and can be suitable for consumption.
3. Expiry date is the maximum time duration till which that food can be consumed.
4. Expiry date varies between the food products.
5. After expiry date, the food starts to deteriorate in flavor or texture or nutritional value.