Expired Everyday Items You Should Toss Immediately (For Your Safety)

3. Water Filters

Ends in: six months to a year Cost on average: $20–$50* The unsung heroes of our search for delicious, pure water—water filters—frequently go unnoticed. These filters, which were first widely used in homes in the 1950s, have been quietly defending our health ever since. They typically last six months to a year, depending on how often they are used.

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©Andrii Medvediuk/Shutterstock Water Filters Here's the twist, though: These filters have the potential to grow mold and germs over time. Can you imagine the very thing that makes sure your water is pure working against you? In order to maintain clean water and good health, make a note of the replacement date in your calendar. Recall that it is your first line of protection for your health, not merely a filter!