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Where this may become even more confusing, she noted, is with eggs. “Eggs in fact have a shelf life of 29 days - from the date laid to best before date - and the law states that eggs must
reach the consumer within 21 days after having been laid,” she explained. “This date is often referred to as the ‘sell by’ date, in other words shops need to sell the eggs by this date. This
then gives the consumer a minimum of seven days to use the eggs by the ‘best before’ date.” She warned that after the ‘best before’ date not only does the quality of eggs deteriorate, but
there is a risk of food poisoning is salmonella bacteria is present. Soutter said for any kind of food it was vital to follow the storage instructions on the packaging, and suggested
extending the shelf-life of food by freezing. “Freezing acts as a pause button and most foods can be frozen, even previously cooked meat,” she explained. “As the quality of frozen food
deteriorates over time it’s best to consume within 3-6 months.” She suggested that when you want to cook, defrost in the fridge overnight, use within 24 hours and heat until steaming hot.
