Can expired moon cakes be eaten? What are the consequences?

Expired moon cakes can't be eaten, which will cause physical discomfort.

Under normal circumstances, the shelf life of moon cakes is about 30 days. Even if it contains preservatives, expired moon cakes will be contaminated by bacteria, leading to deterioration. Eating it will have a certain impact on the body, so expired moon cakes can't be eaten.

Moon cakes, also known as moon cakes, cookies, harvest cakes and reunion cakes, are one of the traditional delicacies of Han nationality in China. Moon cakes were originally used as offerings to worship the moon god. Sacrificing the moon is a very old custom in China, and it is actually a worship activity of the ancients to the "Moon God". By 20021year, eating moon cakes and enjoying the moon are essential customs for Mid-Autumn Festival in all parts of China. Mooncakes symbolize a happy reunion. People regard them as holiday food, use them to worship the moon and give them to relatives and friends.