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A number of nutritional supplements have been recalled in California due to reasons ranging to fatal bacteria to undeclared ingredients.
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One of the recalled products could be contaminated with salmonella, according to a recall notice shared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The bacteria can “cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems,” the CDC said.
Here’s what shoppers should know:
Which supplement was recalled in California?
Foods Alive of Angola, Indiana, recalled moringa leaf powder on Sept. 4 due to potential salmonella contamination.
Foods Alive said it initiated the recall after a supplier reported a sample of super green powder mix had tested positive for salmonella.
“The company has suspended production and distribution of these products while FDA and the company continue their investigation,” Foods Alive said, adding that “the source of the problem has not been determined.”
The recalled products come in 8-ounce stand-up pouches with a “freshest by” date of Nov. 1, 2027, and the number 02726 below the date.
They were shipped between Jan. 27 and Aug. 7.
What are symptoms of salmonella?
People infected with salmonella can experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain, the CDC said.
“In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis,” the federal agency said.
No illnesses linked to the recalled moringa leaf powder have been reported as of Sept. 4.
Where was recalled moringa leaf powder sold?
Foods Alive said the recalled organic moringa leaf powder was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through online sellers including FoodsAlive.com..
Can I get a refund?
If you purchased the recalled organic moringa leaf powder, you can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, according to Foods Alive.
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For more information about the recall, contact Foods Alive at 260-488-4497.
What other supplements were recalled recently?
According to the FDA and California Department of Public Health, these supplements sold in California were also recalled in September:
A&P Creations biQ-Fell
On Sept. 15, A&P Creations LLC of Clermont, Florida, recalled certain lots of its biQ-FEL supplement because they contain undeclared ingredients.
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“FDA approval of Viagra and Cialis is restricted to use under the supervision of a licensed health care professional,” the agency said, noting that the undeclared ingredients may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs and “lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.”
The recall affects 500-milimeter bottles bearing the biQ-FEL name.
Look for this information:
- Lot numbers: biQ-f001-06-25, biQ-003-01-26
- Expiration dates: May 6, 2027; Jan. 1, 2028
- UPC, barcode identifier: biQ-FEL, 7709799120663
The recalled products were distributed to U.S. consumers through Amazon, Walmart.com, and naturefuel.us.
Global Mix Tejocote capsules, pieces
On Sept. 21, New York-based company Global Mix Inc. recalled five lots of niwali Tejocote Capsules and niwali Tejocate Pieces because the products appear to be yellow oleander.
“All parts of the yellow oleander plant are known to contain cardiac glycosides, which are highly toxic to humans and animals,” the FDA said, adding that ingesting the plant can cause “severe or even fatal neurologic, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular adverse health effects.”
“Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, abdominal pain, changes in heart rhythm, arrhythmia and more,” the FDA said.
The recalled products, which have “best-by” dates of March 3, 2028, were sold eBay.com and Everymarket.com.
“No illnesses or adverse events have been reported to the company to date,” the FDA said.
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