Condiments you should never keep past their expiration date

The fridge is prone to accumulating a lot of stuff. Besides the goodies from your regular shopping trip, you likely have leftovers, takeout containers, and plenty of condiments.

Between ketchup and mayo, soy sauce and hot sauces, you likely have a shelf door designated for them. It's easy to push them toward the back as you buy new things, leaving many well past their expiration date.

When deciding what to toss and what to keep, there are a few general rules to be mindful of, according to nutritionist Mary Sabat , MS, RDN, LD.

First things first: Is the bottle open? Unopened condiments generally have a longer shelf life than open ones since they haven’t been exposed to potential contaminants that can speed up bacterial growth.

“Once a bottle is opened, the shelf life can be signifi