Why does deli meat go bad in a couple days at home but surely must last a lot longer at the store?

Question

Why does deli meat go bad in a couple days at home but surely must last a lot longer at the store?

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Answer 1

People forget that cold groceries don’t stay cold from the time you put them in your cart to putting them in your fridge. This gives bacteria time to multiply much faster than it can when food is kept refrigerated under 40°F/4°C.