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I'm 5 months pregnant. ate a chicolate bar today, and realized after that it expired in january 2013. it's now end of august. could this hurt my baby?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Don't fret: Those dates are more often "best consumed by" suggestions and meant to assure the freshness and flavor of the item.I can see no reason it would harm your baby.
Answered 9/9/2013
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No: I wouldn't worry. The expiration dates tell when the chocolate begins to lose flavor - it might start changing color or even get a bad taste, but that's about it. If it tastes bad, throw it out. It will not develop toxins or anything else to harm you or your baby.
Answered 12/9/2013
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