The FDA Updates Cinnamon Applesauce Recall Information as More Than 300 Victims Confirmed
On the 2nd of January, 2024, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shared an update regarding the lead poisoning outbreak caused by various brands’ cinnamon applesauce pouch products. The FDA shared that: “As of December 29, 2023, CDC has received reports of 80 confirmed cases, 187 probable cases, and 20 suspected cases for […]
Smoked Salmon Recalled Due To Listeria Concerns
On the 14th of March, 2023, the company Seven Seas International USA LLC announced their recall of Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon. This recall was then published by the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on the 31st of March, 2023. The St. Petersburg based company, Seven Seas International USA LLC, is reportedly recalling 295 […]
Why are Sprouts so Dangerous? Sprouts are often the Cause of Food Poisoning
While sprouts have been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries, over the decades they have been gaining popularity in many Americans’ diets due to their uniquely sharp taste, as well as possible health benefits. While these “garnishes” are an excellent source of Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium, Folate and Beta-carotene, they have also often been found […]
Kirkland Frozen Strawberries Recalled Due to Hepatitis A Contamination
On the 16th of March, 2023, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) published California Inc.’s recall of their Kirkland Brand Frozen Organic Whole Strawberries. The recall of the frozen Kirkland fruit products was reportedly due to a nation-wide Hepatitis A outbreak, connected to frozen strawberries. Since the outbreak is not excluded to any specific […]
Honey Smacks Salmonella Mbandaka Criminal Case Resolved In Huge Fine
On the 3rd of February, 2023, Kerry Inc. settled the Kellogg Honey Smacks Salmonella Mbandaka criminal case, accepting what is predicted to be the largest ever food poisoning criminal fine. The nearly twenty million dollar fine would be related to the production of adulterated food, including the production of food under unsanitary conditions. The case […]
