[harry326]

Did you know that cheese really doesn't go bad. If you see a spot of mold or that white stuff you just shave it off and then the rest of the cheese is fine. Just re-wrap it good and do the same thing the next time you see any spots. Of course if it is completely covered or hairy I would throw it out.

I learned this working in a cheese store. That's all they do.

[jmfrogger]

On the Shampoo, I just emailed a company to ask what their shelf life was because there was an expired rebate tag on there, so I was suspicious. She said 6 years.

If the laundry detergent is right, then I'm really in trouble! I've had mine for a couple of years now. It seems to be working fine. It's Gain and still smells great, takes the stains out of my laundry.

Great post, especially on the dairy goods. I like how they point out that some foods are still safe to consume, so with, for example ketchup, you can taste it for yourself.

Just the other date I realized my Mayo was horribly out of date! Glad I found this thread.

[nikki030507]

This is a really great post.. I always wondered how long things would keep.. I'm just starting my stockpiling and this is very helpful.. Thanks!!!

[Shiffysmom]

Thank you for all this information

[angiengary]

Thanks for sharing this information.

[mailcheck]

Thanks! This list is worth printing and taping to the inside of my food cabinet.

[mailcheck]

Thanks, I was wondering about the olive oil.

[katers100]

This was very interesting. I had been wondering whether to throw out the olives, foundation, and the steak sauce! Thank you!

[gavinsmom1020]

Great post! Thanks! I have to echo everyone else - who knew bleach expired??? And so quickly too!

My DH is really picky about things being expired. To me, as long as it's not fuzzy and smells alright it's good! !

My mom stockpiled canned goods like nobody's business when I was a kid so I'm certain that canned goods are good indefinitely. My dad served in the Vietnam war and he said they ate canned C-rations from WWII so that right there tells you that canned stuff doesn't go bad!

[afton03]

Thanks! I need to print this for reference later!