I bought this gallon just a few days ago, but when I went to pour a glass, I noticed the jug was swollen tight like a drum—even though it’s only halfway to the expiration date. Would you still use it, or throw it away?.

The Same Basic Principle Applies to Other Packaged Foods

Food-safety authorities treat abnormal swelling as an important warning in sealed packaged foods.

USDA materials identify swelling as an obvious potential indicator of spoilage in certain processed foods.

The safest response to unexpectedly swollen food packaging is caution rather than curiosity.continue reading …