Now you buy a canned food
and you are probably thinking it’s safe because it’s in an enclosed container.
You are wrong!!!
READ EXPIRY
DATE
One of the first things you
should do when buying a canned food product is to have a close look at the
expiry date. Make sure it is not expired and it’s about two months to away from
expiration.
LOOK AT
THE NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
VERIFY
MANUFACTURER’S INFORMATION
Make sure there is an
indication of the manufacturer’s logo and contact number/address.
CAN
INSPECTION
Please
note that you should always check the can-container before opening.
If the can shows signs of deterioration such as rustiness,
bulging, large dents, bulging lids, foul odour or sprays liquid when opening,
throw it away as it may be contaminated with a toxin called Clostridium
botulism (botulism).
If you suspect botulism, DO NOT TASTE THE FOOD.
This toxin is very rare but, is extremely dangerous and may even
cause death
STORAGE
Most canned foods will stay in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days
after opening. Once opened the air reacts to the metals and may leach onto your
food. So always move them to another
container for storage
WASHING
Do make it a point to wash all canned foods especially those that
have liquid/semi-liquid contents before opening.
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This article was reviewed on Monday, 31st
May, 2013 By Nu. Sallah
Stanley Kwesi (Nutritionist at Nutritional Talk)
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