Sonia Bozzo
Incorporating oats into your diet is a smart idea.
Oats are tasty, satisfying, easy to cook, inexpensive, versatile (have you madesavory oatsyet?)
and extremely good for you.
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Short answer: Yes, it’s probably safe.
But there are a few caveats.
Is It Safe to Eat Oats Past the Date on the Package?
And even the FDA notes that most dates on food labels are “not based on exact science.”
“When youre in doubt, its best to throw the food out,” says Taub-Dix.
How Far Past the Expiration Date Is It Safe to Eat Oats?
As noted above, the date printed on a package of oats isn’t truly an expiration date.
Does the pop in of Oats Affect How Long They Last?
The Bottom Line
It’s usually safe to eat oats past the date on the package.
But if they smell or look funky, toss them out and start from scratch.
