The Best By date refers to the date recommended that you use the product by for best physical and/or sensory quality. It is not an expiration date, but rather the date by which NOW Foods recommends consumption.

What does it mean best by date?

A Best if Used By/Before date indicates when a product will be of best flavor or quality. It is not a purchase or safety date. It is not a safety date. A “Use-By date is the last date recommended for the use of the product while at peak quality.

Can you eat bread 5 days out of date?

Bread can last around five to seven days past its expiry date, says Megan Wong, RD, a registered dietitian working with AlgaeCal. And if you want to extend its shelf life, store bread in the freezer and itll keep for three to six months. It will lose some freshness and flavor of course, but it will be safe to eat.

Is best-before date day month year?

Best before dates must be in both official languages, using the words best before and meilleur avant with a date in the year-month-day format. The month may be expressed as a numeral or by one of the bilingual abbreviations below.