Is It Bad or Just Weird? Your Nose Knows.

We’ve all played “Is this still OK?” in front of the fridge.

Red Flags (Toss It)

• Sharp sour or rancid smell
• Slimy or sticky surface on meats
• Unnatural color changes (greenish meats, darkened fish)
• Visible mold on soft foods

Yellow Flags (Use Judgment)

• Cheese rinds getting firmer? Trim and carry on.
• Separated natural peanut butter? Stir it; it’s fine.
• Crystals on ice cream? Safe, but quality took a snow day.

When in Doubt…

Check the item page for specifics—e.g., Chicken, Milk, Yogurt—or browse Categories. And remember: safety first. If your nose says “nope,” respect it.