12 Foods You Must Toss After Their Expiration Date

Egg substitutes

A full carton of eggs has a little more leeway than their boxed substitutes, but both should be consumed in a timely manner. If you’re debating whether to finish off that two-week-old carton of whites—don’t.

Soft cheeses

How long they last: One to two weeks, depending on the type of soft cheese; however, they should be tossed at the first sign of spoiling

Jarred condiments

How long they last: One month or one year, depending on the condiment; however, they should be tossed if there's discoloration or an odd odor

Potato salad

How long it lasts: Three to five days

Cold-pressed juice

How long it lasts: Five days after opening, but it could last up to 30 days if it went through high-pressure processing

Fresh meat

How long it lasts: Go by the meat's sell-by date

Ground meats

How long they last: Two days after purchase (if not frozen)

Deli meat

How long it lasts: Three to five days

Fish

How long it lasts: One to two days after purchase

Fresh berries

How long they last: Between three days and two weeks, depending on the type of berry

Leafy greens

How long they last: Depends on what the expiration date is, so it's best to eat them ASAP

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