I Almost Opened That Can… Until I Noticed the Lid Was Puffed

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But do it properly—seal it in a bag so nothing leaks, and clean the area if anything spilled.

It’s a small step, but it prevents cross-contamination.

And if you bought it recently, it’s worth letting the store know too. Not everyone thinks to do that, but it helps.

A small habit that saves a lot of trouble
This part’s easy to overlook.

When you’re at the store, just take a second to check the cans before you buy them:

No dents on the seams
No swelling
No rust
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