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Lyons Magnus LLC voluntarily pulls array of protein drinks from shelves.

Frozen Blueberries Recalled Over Lead Danger July 19, 2022 -- BrandStorm Inc. is voluntarily recalling frozen blueberries because of the “presence or potential presence” of too much lead, the company said in a statement shared by the Food and Drug Administration.Natierra Nature All Foods Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries originated in Lithuania and were sold in the U.S. in retail stores and online, BrandStorm said in a statement posted online by the FDA.The recall is for two batches of Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries with the following codes and “best by” dates:Lot 2021363-1, Best By Date: 12/2024; 1 serving, 1.2oz (34g),

The CDC has linked a recent Listeria outbreak to ice cream made by Florida-based Big Olaf Creamery.

A listeria outbreak that originated in Florida has killed one person and sickened almost two dozen, the CDC reported Thursday.

More than a dozen products using Jif peanut butter have been part of an expanded recall in recent weeks due to a salmonella outbreak. The FDA has created a page to track the recalled products.

More Jif Products Added to Salmonella Recall List June 8, 2022 -- The list of recalled consumer products made with Jif peanut butter keeps growing.J.M. Smucker Company has now recalled multiple Jif brand peanut butter types, including creamy, crunchy, natural, and reduced fat. The list of recalled products includes peanut butter cup ice cream, protein power snacks, peanut butter cups, chicken salad, and Walmart-branded fudge, according to the Food and Drug Administration.The recalled Jif products have lot code numbers 1274425 – 2140425 and with the first seven digits ending in 425. The products were manufactured in Lexington, Ky.The

Cheese Sold in 9 States Recalled Over Listeria Concerns June 6, 2022 -- Cheeses sold in supermarkets in nine states are being recalled because of potential contamination from listeria.Fareway, Price Chopper, and Super Saver are among stores receiving the cheese made by Paris Brothers of Kansas City, Mo., according to a company statement posted on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website.The recalled cheeses are Cottonwood River Cheddar, D'amir Brie Double Crème French Brie, Milton Prairie Breeze White Cheddar Style, Milton Tomato Garlic Cheddar, Paris Brothers Mild Cheddar, Paris Brothers Colby Jack, Paris Brothers Pepper Jack, and

With few federal regulations, it's up to grocery and convenience stores to decide if and when they notify customers about a food safety recall.

A salmonella outbreak linked to Jif brand peanut butter has resulted in 14 illnesses and two hospitalizations across 12 states, according to the CDC.

Half-a-Million Pounds of Precooked Chicken Recalled May 11, 2022 -- A food company has recalled about 585,030 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken breasts because the product may be undercooked.Wayne Farms LLC recalled 30,285 pounds of chicken last week but expanded the recall last weekend, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said.The FSIS said there have been no reports of adverse reactions from someone consuming the chicken. The problem was discovered when a customer contacted the company to complain that the chicken appeared to be undercooked.“FSIS is concerned that some products may be in

Alpine Fresh is recalling bags of green beans sold at nationwide chains due to a possible listeria contamination risk, according to the FDA.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration expanded its recall of Abbott baby formula after a second infant became sick with a bacterial infection and died after consuming formula.

A listeria outbreak linked to Dole packaged salads has resulted in two deaths, the CDC says.

Dole, Fresh Express Recall Packaged Salads Dec. 29, 2021The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Protection is investigating two separate listeria outbreaks linked to packaged salads produced by Fresh Express and Dole, the agency said in a food safety alert.Consumers who have the products at home should throw them out, and businesses should not sell them, the CDC says.The Fresh Express recall was initiated Dec. 20 and covers salads with product codes Z324 through Z350 for all use-by datesRecalled brands include Fresh Express, Bowl & Basket, Giant Eagle, Little Salad Bar, Marketside, O Organics, Signature Farms, Simply

A Michigan-based meat company is recalling 234,391 pounds of cooked ham and pepperoni products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Don’t Wash Your Thanksgiving Turkey, CDC Warns Nov. 22, 2021With Thanksgiving almost here, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued tips on the safest way to prepare your turkey.First of all, you should not wash or rinse your bird. That may seem counterintuitive, but washing the turkey can spread germs and bacteria all over your kitchen.“Federal food safety advice has recommended against washing turkey or chicken since 2005, but some habits are hard to break,” the CDC says, citing a 2020 survey that found 78% of respondents did rinse or wash their turkeys.“Old recipes

About 100,000 pounds of raw ground chicken patty products, which are mostly sold at Trader Joe’s, are being recalled for potential contamination.

CDC: Citterio Premium Italian-Style Salame Sticks, sold primarily at Trader Joe's, have been linked to a salmonella outbreak with 20 reported cases in eight states.

Salmonella Outbreak of Unknown Origin Reported in 25 States Sept. 21, 2021The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has not determined the cause of a salmonella outbreak that has infected 127 people in 25 states.The outbreak has grown quickly since the first report of Salmonella Oranienburg infection on Aug. 3. The CDC had gathered reports of 20 cases on Sept. 2, but by Sept. 15 the number had grown to 127, the CDC said in a notice published Friday. No deaths have been reported, but at least 18 people have been hospitalized, the CDC

A new guide from PIRG Consumer Watchdog explains food dating labels, like “Use-By” and “Sell-By,” and says better public knowledge could prevent over half a million tons of food waste.

Baker Farms has recalled bagged kale under their brand names Baker Farms, SEG Grocers, and Kroger due to listeria contamination.

Twelve people have been hospitalized and at least 36 people in 17 states became sick from two salmonella outbreaks that appear related to salami and other Italian-style meats.

Tyson Foods has recalled almost 8.5 million pounds of chicken products due to possible listeria contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says.

Some packages of Dole blueberries are facing a recall because they may be contaminated with cyclospora, a parasite that can lead to intestinal problems.