How to Tell if Food Has Gone Bad

Recognizing food spoilage is a very important part of household chores. Learning to correctly identify whether food has spoiled can avoid food waste and, more importantly, protect the health of your family. This guide will help you understand how to determine if food is still safe to eat by observing, smelling, and touching it.

Common signs of food spoilage include: color changes, off odors, texture changes (such as becoming slimy or dry), and the appearance of mold. Spoilage signs vary for different types of food, requiring careful observation.

The following will introduce methods for identifying spoilage in different types of food: