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Episode 2: The History of Expiration Dates

Interestingly, the introduction of expiration date labels was closely linked to food producers’ business interests. Hmm, fascinating, right?!

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Food date labeling actually has a long history, guys! Even though humans have relied on their senses to assess food for hundreds of years, date labeling systems emerged alongside the rise of packaged foods and supermarkets.

Let’s dive into the full story! And don’t forget to check out Part 1, too!