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Listeria Contamination Prompts Chicken Alfredo Recall

Posted on November 25, 2024November 25, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Chicken Alfredo Kits Recalled for Listeria Contamination

Over 1 million pounds affected

Joseph Seviroli, LLC of Garden City, NY, is recalling 1,366,065 pounds of Chicken Alfredo Kits because it contains chicken contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the details published online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Oct. 9, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled products were distributed in New York, Georgia, Indiana, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Louisiana, Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Wyoming, Minnesota, California and Florida.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any recalled products and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure. Specific tests are required to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other illnesses.

Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms during the coming weeks because it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.

Retailers and consumers should not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

Visit the article on Food Safety News for product lot codes and more information about Listeria:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Cinnamon Powder Recalled for Lead Risk

Posted on November 21, 2024November 21, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Voluntary Recall of 4oz. Super Cinnamon Powder Due to Lead Contamination Risk

No illnesses have been reported as of 11/18/2024.

IHA Beverage of Commerce, CA is recalling Super Cinnamon Powder 4oz, because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. This recall is being initiated as a result of routine sampling by the Arkansas Department of Health which revealed that the finished products contained elevated levels of lead. The company has ceased the distribution of the product as they continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.

Product was distributed mostly through California retail stores and a few stores across the US. Product was NOT sold online.

Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sign of lead exposure. Additional signs and symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of lead or chronic exposure to lead. While lead can affect nearly every bodily system, its effects depend upon the amount and duration of lead exposure and age/ body weight. If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time (e.g., weeks to months) permanent damage to the central nervous system may occur. This can result in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health problems. For adults, chronic lead exposure is associated with kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive effects.

Consumers who have purchased Super Cinnamon Powder 4oz are urged to discard in the trash or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 323-724-8551 Monday to Friday 10AM – 4PM PST

Product photos and UPC codes can be found in the FDA article at:

https://www.fda.gov/saftey

Meal Kits Recalled Due to Listeria Risk

Posted on November 19, 2024November 19, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Home Chef Meal Kits Recalled Because of Listeria Concerns

The Recall Went Into Effect on Oct 11

The Kroger Co. is recalling Home Chef Asian Style Chicken Stir Fry because meal kits contain cooked chicken which was recalled because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration, the recall was initiated on Oct. 11 and is ongoing.

The recalled product was distributed to retail stores in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Lousiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any recalled product and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure. Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms during the coming weeks because it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop. Symptoms of Listeria infection can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache, and neck stiffness. Specific laboratory tests are required to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other illnesses.

Retailers and consumers should not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

You can see the full article with photos and product details on the Food Safety News website:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

E. Coli Outbreak linked to Organic Carrots

Posted on November 18, 2024November 18, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Deadly Outbreak of E. coli Infections Traced to Organic Carrots

Dozens of Brands Recalled

A new outbreak of E. Coli infections is under investigation by the FDA. As a result, dozens of brands of organic carrots and organic baby carrots have been recalled. As of Nov. 17 one person had died.

In connection with the outbreak, Grimmway Farms has recalled 35 brands and weight sizes of organic carrots and baby carrots. The recalled carrots were distributed nationwide and include popular brands sold at Walmart, Kroger, Whole Foods, Target, Sprouts and other retailers. Bunny Luv is among the recalled brands.

The Food and Drug Administration reported the outbreak on Nov. 17, saying that there are 39 confirmed patients. Fifteen patients have required hospitalization and one has died. So far, 27 patients have been interviewed, with 26 of them reporting eating eating carrots before becoming ill. Patients got sick beginning the first week of September. The patient with the most recent symptom onset became ill on Oct. 27, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Patients live in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wyoming, but the recalled carrots were distributed nationwide.

“Although product is likely no longer on the market, carrots can last a long time when refrigerated or frozen. Consumers should check their refrigerators and freezers and discard these recalled products,” according to the FDA outbreak notice.

The full FDA report with product details and photos can be found here:

https://www.fda.gov/food/

Listeria Causes Recall of Ready-to Eat Meat & Poultry

Posted on October 10, 2024October 17, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Ready-to-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Recalled After Testing Finds Listeria

This recall has been expanded to include almost 2 million more pounds of products. The link on this post has been updated to view the expanded article

BrucePac of Durant, OK, is recalling 9,986,245 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The problem was discovered after FSIS performed routine product testing of finished product containing RTE poultry products produced by BrucePac and confirmed those products were positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Subsequent FSIS investigation identified BrucePac RTE chicken as the source of the Listeria monocytogenes.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be available for use in restaurants, institutions, and other establishments. These other establishments may have used affected meat and poultry in RTE products that may be on store shelves or in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. The ready-to-eat meat and poultry items were produced from June 19, 2024, to Oct. 8, 2024. These products were shipped to other establishments and distributors nationwide then distributed to restaurants and institutions.

For full details, check the original article on the Food Safety News website:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com/

Sqwincher drink powder recalled because of metal in product

Posted on October 7, 2024October 8, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Risk of Foreign Material Prompts Recall

The recalled products were distributed in Alabama, Idaho, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Wisconsin.

Kent Precision Foods Group, Inc. of Muscatine, IA, is recalling Sqwincher Electrolyte Beverage Mix powder because of potential foreign material in the product, specifically metal. According to the details published online by the Food and Drugs Administration, the recall was initiated on Sept. 9, 2024 and is ongoing. In a letter sent to customers, Kent Precision Foods Group said that this recall is due to the potential presence of small aluminum pieces, 1mm – 4mm in size.

Consumers should not use this product. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to their place of purchase.

Product descriptions and lots numbers can be viewed in the Food Safety News article at:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

96oz Refrigerated Lactaid Lots Recalled for Potential Almond Allergen

Posted on September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Select Units of 96 oz Refrigerated Lactaid Milk Recalled Due to Possible Almond Allergen

The affected 96 oz containers of LACTAID Milk were shipped to retailers and wholesalers from 09/05/24 - 09/18/24

The FDA is continuing to review sample results received from state partners who have been continuously sampling ground cinnamon at retail establishments for elevated levels of lead. We are updating this alert with an additional product, Asli brand ground cinnamon, that contains elevated levels of lead. Exposure to this product may be unsafe.

The recall applies to a limited number of 96 oz. plastic containers of refrigerated LACTAID Milk with the code 51-4109 P2 and the Best By Date listed in the chart below. The code and Best By Date can be found in the center-top area of the container, as pictured in the image below. This recall applies to only those products that contain the code 51-4109 P2 and the Best By Date specified in the chart viewable on the FDA website.

Visit the FDA article for full product details with photos and Best By dates at:

https://www.fda.gov

FDA Adds More Cinnamon Products to Lead Recall

Posted on September 4, 2024September 4, 2024 by Ted Rathe

More Ground Cinnamon Products Added to FDA Public Health Alert Due to Presence of Elevated Levels of Lead

The recall was updated on Aug. 30, 2024, and is ongoing.

The FDA is continuing to review sample results received from state partners who have been continuously sampling ground cinnamon at retail establishments for elevated levels of lead. We are updating this alert with an additional product, Asli brand ground cinnamon, that contains elevated levels of lead. Exposure to this product may be unsafe.

Based on FDA’s assessment, consuming these products could contribute to elevated levels of lead in the blood. Long-term exposure (months to years) to elevated levels of lead in the diet could contribute to adverse health effects, particularly for the portion of the population that may already have elevated blood lead levels from other exposures to lead. If you are concerned that you or anyone in your family may have symptoms of lead toxicity, the FDA recommends you contact your healthcare provider.

The full article with product details and photos can be found in the original FDA press release at:

https://www.fda.gov/food/

/www.fda.gov/food/

Great Value Apple Juice Recalled for Arsenic

Posted on August 31, 2024August 31, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Great Value Apple Juice Recalled Due to High Arsenic Levels

The recall was initiated on Aug. 15, 2024, and is ongoing.

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is recalling 9,500 cases of Great Value; 8oz Apple Juice sold in packs of six because the product contains inorganic arsenic above the action level set in industry guidance. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration, the recalled apple juice contains 13.2 parts per billion (ppb) of inorganic arsenic, which exceeds the FDA limit of 10 ppb.

The recalled product was distributed to retail locations in Alabama, Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont and West Virginia.

The full article with product details can be found on the Food Safety News website at:

https://www.fsis.usda.gov

Recall of Al’Fez Natural Tahini

Posted on July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 by Ted Rathe

Salmonella Risk Prompts Recall of Al'Fez Natural Tahini

The recalled Tahini was distributed nationwide in retail stores beginning 05/26/23.

AB World Foods US, Inc. of Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, is voluntarily recalling Al’Fez Natural Tahini in 5.6oz glass jars because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. The recalled Al’Fez Natural Tahini was distributed nationwide in retail stores beginning 05/26/23.

The potential for contamination was noted after testing by the company revealed the presence of Salmonella. The company has ceased distribution of the product as the company continues their investigation. To date, AB World Foods US, Inc. has received no reports of illness related to the recalled product from consumers in the United States.

Click the link to see more details about the recalled products, including lot numbers and contact information:

https://www.fda.gov/safety