Two more products have been recalled following a Salmonella outbreak, according to an update from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Organic Moringa Leaf Powder and Organic Supergreens Powder Mix were pulled by Food To Live last week due to potential safety risks.
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According to the release, the powder was distributed nationwide through Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target, Etsy and Ebay. It could also be found through Food To Live’s website and sold to businesses through the company’s wholesale division.
The original advisory, released on Oct. 31, said all Member’s Mark Super Greens Dietary Supplement Powder were being included in this recall. This is because the moringa powder may be contaminated with Salmonella.
The affected products were sold in the following sizes:
- Organic Moringa Leaf Powder - eight-ounce, one-pound, two-pound, four-pound, eight-pound, 16-pound and 44-pound bags
- Organic Supergreens Powder Mix - in eight-ounce, one-pound, 1.5-pound, three-pound, six-pound and 12-pound bags
- Member’s Mark Super Greens Dietary Supplement Powder - all products, regardless of expiration date or lot code.
At least 11 people have been sickened, including three who were hospitalized, with Salmonella infections linked to powder supplements sold at Sam’s Club stores nationwide and online, federal health officials said in the original advisory.
Infections were confirmed in seven states: Florida, Kansas, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, South Carolina and Virginia. Illnesses were reported between May and September. As of this writing, no cases have been reported in Texas.
The source of the Salmonella was traced to a single lot of organic moringa leaf powder imported from Vallon Farm Direct in Jodhpur, India, according to an investigation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. State health officials in Virginia and Michigan collected and tested samples of the product from the homes of people who fell ill.
Moringa is a plant native to India and other countries prized for its essential nutrients, including protein, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, according to research published by the National Institutes of Health. Its leaves can be dried and powdered.
Consumers should not consume the supplements and should discard or return them to the store for a refund.
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration and stomach cramps. Most people who get sick recover within a week. Infections can be severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, who may require hospitalization.
“Food To Live takes food safety extremely seriously,” the company said. “We apologize for the inconvenience and concern this recall may cause our customers. Our company is committed to ensuring the quality of our products and the well-being of our consumers.”
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The Associated Press contributed to this story.
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