FYI, Your Favorite Foods Don't Last in the Fridge and Freezer as Long as You Think

Stocking up on bulk foods seems like a great idea if you have a big family, hate grocery shopping weekly and/or want to save money. That said, frozen and refrigerated foods don't last forever, even if kept at proper temperatures. Many foods have their own expiration dates that are important to take note of for safety reasons. Thankfully, that's where FoodSafety.gov comes in. This federally run website — which works with the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — has helpful tips for how long you should be storing your fish, meats and more in the fridge and freezer. No one likes wasting food or getting sick from food, so make sure to read up on these handy guidelines before running to the store (or the fridge!) again.