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Is It Safe to Eat Bulging Cans? A Cautionary Tale from Alaska Granny

June 23, 2024
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Is It Safe to Eat Bulging Cans? A Cautionary Tale from Alaska Granny

Hello, it's Alaska Granny here. Today, we're addressing an important topic: is it safe to eat from a bulging can? The answer is absolutely not. This highlights the critical need for regular inspection and monitoring of your food storage, particularly your prepper pantry. Inspecting Your Food Storage Consistently checking your food supplies ensures they remain safe to eat. In this instance, I found a can of pears that was significantly bulging. Had this issue persisted, the can could have exploded, as I've experienced with other cans in the past. Fortunately, this one didn’t burst, but it’s certainly unsafe to consume. Importance of Rotation The can in question was about 1.5 years past its best-by date, indicating I should have rotated it. Despite our best efforts, we sometimes miss this crucial step. While I keep canned fruit for emergencies, it's not my favorite, and it's costly to replace. Dehydrating Near-Expired Fruit A new strategy I've adopted ...
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