According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), 78% of consumers reported that they throw away milk and other dairy products after the expiration date printed on the label. However, the expiration date printed on a milk package does not necessarily mean that the product is no longer safe to drink. In fact, most milk can still be consumed several days after the expiration date printed on the label.

Fresh milk is a popular source of nutrition for children, however, children drinking too much fresh milk can lead to negative effects on their overall development and health. Therefore, parents need to understand some necessary information about fresh milk as well as the most appropriate way to give fresh milk to their children.