Caution on expired goods

Consumers are advised to always be aware of expiry dates on canned or packed food before buying or consuming them. Failure to do so might prove hazardous to their health, according to a report from RTB. The Kuala Belait Health Department's Food Safety Unit has advised the public not to purchase or consume food in cans that are rusty, flatulent, dented, leaked or with dates of consumption that have expired.

They were urged to be extra careful when purchasing the goods and once opened, the contents should be quickly consumed or heated to ensure they are free from any kind of contamination.

Health Supervisor Dyg Hjh Norlaila said that for the sake of consumers' own health, they must ensure that the canned food they bought are safe to have. If there are any complaints pertaining to this matter, they could contact the unit at the health office.

The unit also provides instructions on extending the shelf-life of canned food. Food should be stored in a clean and dry container at a room temperature of between 21 and 24 degrees Celcius. Any leftovers should be put in a container.

Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin