53,000 cases of shelf-stable organic milk recalled across US over spoilage reports

There’s no use crying over spilled milk — but chunky chocolate milk may be another story. Horizon Organic Dairy has voluntarily recalled more than 53,000 cases of its shelf-stable 1% chocolate milk due to faulty packaging that could leave cartons bloated, prone to leaks, and prematurely spoiled. Kendra Harrison, Horizon’s head of quality and food … Read more

Raw cat and dog food recalled nationwide over salmonella, listeria risk

Northwest Naturals is recalling nearly 2,000 pounds of raw cat and dog food after federal testing found salmonella and listeria monocytogenes contamination in two chicken products distributed nationwide. The Portland, Oregon-based company is voluntarily recalling 53 cases, or 1,272 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and 19 cases, or 684 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for … Read more

Walmart’s nut butter could kill you as it just received the FDA’s most serious classification

Grocery shoppers have a long list of foods to avoid after recalls and cyclospora continue to horrify consumers.  The Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter — exclusively sold at Walmart — has officially received Class I status after an August 3 voluntary recall found a link to possible Salmonella contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), … Read more

FDA upgrades recall on Whole Foods guacamole to highest threat level

That scoop of guac may be more dangerous than your tortilla chips let on. The Food and Drug Administration has slapped its highest-risk classification on a recall of nearly 13,000 Whole Foods dips, salsas and guacamole products over potential Salmonella contamination. First announced Aug. 12, the recall covers products made with jalapeños supplied by Coast … Read more

Nearly 25K pounds of frozen buffalo chicken recalled over inspection lapse

Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products that were produced without the benefit of inspection are being recalled, the Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Wednesday. Boston-based Shanghai Ravioli Corporation is recalling about 24,900 pounds of frozen, not-ready-to-eat buffalo chicken products. The recalled items include cardboard boxes containing 100 pieces … Read more

Blueberry recall over deadly E. coli fears hits FDA’s highest-risk level — with 12 sickened, 4 hospitalized

That bag of frozen blueberries in your freezer could be more than just a smoothie staple. A recall of GreenWise Organic frozen blueberries and whole mixed berries has been slapped with the FDA’s highest-risk classification amid an investigation into a potentially dangerous E. coli outbreak that has sickened 12 people and hospitalized four. The FDA … Read more

Popular frozen fruit bars on recall over glass contamination fears — find out which varieties were affected

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream has issued a voluntary recall of several flavors of its Outshine Fruit Bars on Saturday after discovering they could contain glass. According to a press release, five varieties of the 6ct 2.5-ounce paddle bars were affected: Outshine Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry. Outshine Fruit Bars’ strawberry flavor was one of … Read more

Granola for breastfeeding moms sold in California recalled over deadly contamination fears

Your breakfast could be deadly. Granola from the company Hampton Grocer, has been recalled over a possible salmonella contamination. The health-conscious brand issued a recall on its eight-ounce bags of Lacnola Lactation Granola — a product geared towards supporting “healthy lactation” and providing “key minerals for postpartum health.”  According to the FDA report, the granola … Read more

Walmart recalls tomato soup kits sold in 29 states over possible Listeria contamination

Soup’s off. A popular soup sold at Walmart stores is being recalled amid fears of Listeria contamination. According to a Food and Drug Administration announcement, Kettle Cuisine LLC of Savage, MD is voluntarily recalling more than 3,000 Marketside 14oz Tomato Bisque Soup Kits. The affected products, which are packaged in a wrapped tray, have the … Read more

Egg recall upgraded to FDA’s highest risk level: ‘Serious adverse health consequences or death’

The FDA is upgrading an egg recall issued last month to its highest risk level, warning the public that exposure to the eggs could pose serious health risks. On Wednesday, the FDA classified the recall as a Class I, indicating “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to … Read more

Whole Foods recalls items containing jalapenos over fears of potential salmonella contamination

Whole Foods recalls items containing jalapenos over fears of  potential salmonella contamination

Whole Foods said on Wednesday it was recalling select products from its produce and prepared foods departments that contain jalapenos sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors due to potential salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products, the FDA said. The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a … Read more

Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef sold in the US hit with high-risk recall after bypassing import inspections

Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef sold in the US hit with high-risk recall after bypassing import inspections

Call it a burger bust. Over 29,600 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina has been recalled in two states without a follow-up inspection after arriving in the US, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The Florida-based company, Corte Argentino USA LLC, recalled approximately 29,628 pounds of raw … Read more

This is nuts! After lettuce scare, Walmart nut butter flagged for potential sickness

This is nuts! After lettuce scare, Walmart nut butter flagged for potential sickness

Move over lettuce. Nut butter is the newest food to terrorize grocery shoppers. The Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter — exclusively sold at Walmart — has been recalled due to a contamination risk. Botticelli Foods, the company that makes the item, issued the recall on August 3 after a potential salmonella contamination, according to a U.S. … Read more

Massive recall affects 23K pounds of spaghetti, chicken cobbler over metal concerns

Massive recall affects 23K pounds of spaghetti, chicken cobbler over metal concerns

Nearly 23,000 pounds of Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods baked spaghetti and chicken cobbler products are being recalled over concerns they may be contaminated with metal slivers, federal regulators said. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said the recalled products were sold in Virginia, North Carolina and West Virginia, as well as through Department of … Read more

More than 12,000 pounds of Canadian bacon recalled after USDA issues grave alert

More than 12,000 pounds of Canadian bacon recalled after USDA issues grave alert

Hold the bacon. Over 12,000 pounds of the pork product from Canada have been recalled after federal regulators slapped it with their highest-risk alert. The US Department of Agriculture issued the recall affecting product from Maple Leaf Foods of Mississauga, Ontario, on grounds it never underwent “import reinspection into the United States.” The US government … Read more

‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite sufferers detail horrific realities of infection: ‘Pure water coming out of you’

‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite sufferers detail horrific realities of infection: ‘Pure water coming out of you’

Thousands across the US have caught the “explosive diarrhea” parasite this summer. Folks who have caught the bug are sharing what it’s actually like, from feeling nauseous for weeks on end before “living” on the toilet, expelling “pure water” nonstop. “It’s bad. Literally just pure water coming out of you,” user Brixie02 wrote on a … Read more

Exclusive | Hold the lettuce! How NYC eateries are keeping diners safe — as crappy cyclospora crisis rumbles on

Exclusive | Hold the lettuce! How NYC eateries are keeping diners safe — as crappy cyclospora crisis rumbles on

Like NYC restaurant owners don’t have enough s–t to deal with. There’s tariffs and supply chain issues, inflation and rising rents — now, these mostly-small business operators are left holding the proverbial bag of salad, as customer fears over the explosive diarrhea epidemic create a new, unwanted set of nasty headaches. Talk about a crappy situation. … Read more

Amy’s Kitchen recalls more than 184K soup cans over spoilage concerns

Amy’s Kitchen recalls more than 184K soup cans over spoilage concerns

Soup’s off. A popular vegetarian brand is recalling a canned soup over spoilage concerns. Amy’s Kitchen has issued a voluntary recall of more than 184,000 cans of soup. The product in question was sold in 20 US states and parts of Canada at popular chains such as Whole Foods, Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons, as well … Read more

19 million eggs recalled at several supermarkets over possible Salmonella contamination

19 million eggs recalled at several supermarkets over possible Salmonella contamination

Breakfast is ruined. A major egg producer based in Indiana has just announced that millions of eggs from two farms in Texas may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis, a subspecies of bacterium that can cause severe illness. The recall comes just weeks after the cyclosporiasis “explosive diarrhea” outbreak linked to fresh produce like lettuce. Midwest … Read more

Kids’ fruit pouches recalled nationwide over plastic contamination risk — see if yours is affected

Kids’ fruit pouches recalled nationwide over plastic contamination risk — see if yours is affected

A popular variety of organic fruit puree pouches has been recalled over the potential risk of soft plastic contamination. On Tuesday, a notice from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reveals that PT Organics Limited has voluntarily recalled select lots of its Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry 4 oz. (113 g) … Read more