If you've been nibbling on a package of Go Raw Organic Sunflower Seed, check the lot number. If it is one of these, do yourself and the birds a favor, and toss it. The product, manufactured by Freeland Foods, is being recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can cause serious illness and even death in young children, the elderly, immune-compromised individuals and pregnant women. In healthy people, the organism can cause a nasty illness with symptoms that include (sometimes bloody) diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain or upset, and fever. Destroy this food, or return it to your market for a full refund.
Whole Truth Not on Label
Whole Foods shoppers who purchased ready-to-eat chili, chicken, pork, and beef products should check this list for recalled products. The issue is undeclared allergens in and misbranding of the packages. A spice supplier notified Whole Foods that cumin used in these products may have contained peanut allergens. If you have any of these products and are concerned about the possible allergens, contact Whole Foods at (512) 477-5566 extension 20060 for instructions about returning your product or for more information.
Nutty Beans
No Sugar Added but Possible Almonds
Breyers' No Sugar Added Salted Caramel Swirl brand ice cream may have inadvertently added something in place of the sugar - almonds. Certain lots of this product can contain the nuts, which can be deadly to people with a nut allergy. Check your freezer, then check the link above. If you have the product, get rid of it, but save the box and call (877)270-7402 for information on how to get a replacement coupon.
Check the FDA Food Recall site for a full listing of recent recalled food items.
