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\n\nWith all the content available online these days, it can be hard to figure out what’s real and what’s hype. While we don’t always have the answers, we have a direct line to people who do — which is why we present to you our series The Internet Made Me Ask, where we have experts break down the truth about some of the buzziest trends on our timelines, like how often you should watch your jeans.
\n\nWhen the power goes out, the clock starts ticking on everything in your fridge and freezer. A fall storm, a downed line, a grid emergency — however the outage happens, you’re often left guessing: Is this still good? Do I need to toss it? And no, a simple sniff test does not tell you what you need to know.
\n\nI spoke with two food safety experts about how long your food actually stays safe once the power fails, the signs it’s time to throw something out, and the simple steps that can help save your perishables the next time your…
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