What do you know about the Latest Recall?

It's so important to know what the latest recalls are just in case you happen to have them in your home. While I may be wrong, I do not think that there are many people who are checking daily to see if there is a recall on any item in their home before they eat. Can you imagine waking up with these mini butter or chocolate croissants ready and available in your kitchen? Would you check in with the FDA or the company's website to see if there is a recall? Of course not. Well, there is a recall on these items and more.
Pull up your chair and prepare to check your list. This is quite a long list as reported via FDA.

Posh Bakery of Santa Clara, CA is recalling all its Butter Mini Croissants and Chocolate Mini-Croissants due to use of an egg wash that was undeclared on the product label. People who have allergies to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

The product was sold to the following 26 Whole Foods Market stores in Northern California:



Berkeley
Blithedale (Mill Valley)
Blossom Hill (San Jose)
Campbell
Coddingtown (Santa Rosa)
Franklin (San Francisco)
Harrison (Oakland)
Lafayette
Los Altos
Los Gatos
Mill Valley
Napa
Petaluma
Potrero Hill (San Francisco)
Redwood City
Roseville
Sacramento
San Mateo
San Rafael
San Ramon
Santa Cruz
Santa Rosa
South of Market (San Francisco)
Stanyan (San Francisco)
Stevens Creek (Cupertino)
Walnut Creek

The products came in 12-pack, 12-ounce, clear, plastic clamshell containers and were sold with Whole Foods Market labels, specifically “Croissants Mini Butter 12PC Whole Foods,” UPC: 21609300000, and “Croissant Mini Chocolate 12PC,” UPC: 21609400000. The recall includes all expiration best-buy dates and lot codes. The recall includes all expiration best-buy dates and lot codes prior to and up until July 6, 2011.

One allergic reaction has been reported. Consumers who have purchased “Croissants Mini Butter 12PC Whole Foods,” and “Croissant Mini Chocolate 12PC,” may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact at Posh Bakery at (408) 980-8451 Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm PDT.

Now this is totally important to ALL MEN WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:

Global Wellness, LLC. Hollywood, FL is expanding its voluntary nationwide recall of VIA XTREME ULTIMATE SEXUAL ENHANCER DIETARY SUPPLEMENT FOR MEN to the consumer level to include lot A032111. The product was distributed throughout the U.S. Puerto Rico, Barbados, and Canada to internet and retail consumers. The product is distributed as a bottle containing six (6) blue colored capsules per package. The label on the packaging lists the company name Global Wellness, LLC, Hollywood Florida.

Lot numbers #809013, 806030, and A032111 are covered in this recall.

The company has been informed by representatives of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that laboratory analysis conducted by FDA for lot #809013, 806030, and A032111 found that the product contains sulfoaildenafil methanesulfonate, sulfosildenafil and dimethylsildenafil analogs of sildenafil. Sildenafil is an active ingredient of an FDA approved drug for erectile dysfunction (ED), making Via Xtreme Ultimate Sexual Enhancer Dietary Supplement for Men an unapproved drug. The active drug ingredient is not listed on the product label. The undeclared ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. Additionally, the product may cause side effects, such as headaches and flushing.

No illnesses have been reported to Global Wellness, LLC to date in connection with these products.

With an abundance of caution, Global Wellness, LLC is expanding its voluntary recall to include lot numbers #809013, 806030, and A032111. VIA XTREME ULTIMATE SEXUAL ENHANCER DIETARY SUPPLEMENT FOR MEN. This recall does not affect sales and distribution of SLIM XTREME GOLD™ and GELSLIM™.

Customers who have this product in their possession should stop using it immediately and contact their physician if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking this product.

Any adverse events that may be related to the use of this product should be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm], by phone [1-800-FDA-1088], or by returning the postage-paid FDA form 3500 [which may be downloaded from www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm] by mail [to MedWatch, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787] or fax [1-800-FDA-0178].

Consumers with questions may contact the company at (954) 922-1133 Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm EST for instructions on the return process.
Global Wellness, LLC apologizes for any inconvenience and expresses its concerns for the health of consumers by conducting a voluntary recall action.

Where's the Enchilada Sauce? HOLD IT RIGHT THERE - PLEASE CHECK THE LABEL

Arizona Canning Company is recalling its 29 ounce cans of Sun Vista Red Enchilada Sauce (Mild, Medium and Hot) because they may contain undeclared soy protein. People, who have allergies to soy, run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Sun Vista Red Enchilada Sauce (Mild, Medium and Hot) was distributed in California and Arizona. All lots of this product are being recalled.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the ingredient list on the label reads “Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein” instead of the more descriptive term “Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (Soy)”.

Consumers who have purchased the Sun Vista Red Enchilada Sauce (Mild, Medium and Hot) and are sensitive or allergic to Soy are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-211-0600 (Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:00PM (MST)).

Do you have any more Uneviscerated Fish? Well, this is no laughing matter.....

Euphoria Fancy Food Inc. 149-151 2nd Ave. Brooklyn NY 11215 is recalling Herring Special Salting discovered by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors during a routine inspection and subsequent analysis of product by Food Laboratory personnel confirming that the fish was not properly eviscerated prior to processing.

This product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-borne illness.

The sale of this type of fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning. Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty in swallowing and respiratory paralysis.

The recalled Herring Special Salting comes in an uncoded, 48.58oz (1300gr) plastic container and is a product of Russia. Herring Special Salting was sold in New York State.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers who have Herring Special Salting are advised not to eat it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-768-3400.

All weight loss dietary supplements consumers:

Intercharm Inc., is recalling Slimforte Slimming Capsules, Slimforte Slimming Coffee, and Botanical Slimming Soft Gel to the consumer/user level. FDA laboratory analyses found the products to contain Sibutramine an appetite suppressant. Sibutramine is a controlled substance that was withdrawn from the market in October 2010 for safety reasons.

Slim Forte Slimming Capsules is packaged in a green box with a picture of a woman on the front. The box has pink, blue, and green text. The box contains 30 capsules.
Slim Forte Slimming Coffee is packaged in a green box with a picture of a woman on the front. The box has pink, blue, and green text. The box contains 10 packets of instant coffee.
Meizitang Botanical Slimming Soft Gel is packaged in a green package/pouch with green background and a picture of a woman on front. The package has yellow, white, and black text. The pouch contains 3 blister packs of 12 each 650 mg softgel capsules.
Products containing Sibutramine pose a threat to consumers because Sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke. These products may also interact in life threatening ways with other medications a consumer may be taking. Intercharm Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.

These products are sold as dietary supplements and marketed for weight loss. Slim Forte Slimming Capsule, Batch No. 20100928, Best By 09.27.2012 and Batch No. 20100604, Best By 06.03.2012; Slim Forte Slimming Coffee, Batch No. 20100903, Best By 09.02.2012; and Meizitang Botanical Slimming Soft Gel, Lot Code 12.24.2009, Best By 12.23.2011 are included in this recall. Products were distributed through the internet nationwide and internationally to Ireland.

Consumers should stop using these products immediately and return to the place of purchase. Consumers who have experienced any negative side effects should consult a health care professional as soon as possible.

Any questions related to this recall should be directed to Intercharm Inc. at 323-876-7441 Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, EST.

Healthcare professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of these products to the FDA’s MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program online, by regular mail, or by fax.

Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm. Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178.

Did I warn you that this was going to be a long one? Well, here goes -->

Flying Food Group’s Lawrenceville, GA facility is recalling all USDA and FDA regulated products (sandwiches, parfaits, wraps, plates, and salads) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women

This recall is an expansion of one initiated on July 19th at USDA’s request. The expanded recall includes products made for Core-mark Atlanta Division, Race Trac, and Starbucks. Core-mark Atlanta Division products were distributed to retail outlets in Alabama, Georgia and Florida. Starbucks products were only distributed to retail outlets in Alabama and Georgia. Race Trac products were distributed to retail outlets in Georgia only.

The following are the list of additional FDA and USDA regulated products implicated in this recall:

Core-mark Atlanta Division (distributed in Alabama, Georgia, Florida):

· 8.5 ounce packages of “Sano Very Berry Yogurt Parfait” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/23 – 8/3

· 8.0 ounce packages of “Sano Triple Cherry Yogurt Parfait” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/23 – 8/3

· 6.4 ounce trays of “F & L Café Salad, Chicken Caesar Salad” that have “Best Before” dates of 7/23 – 8/3*

· 6.9 ounce trays of “F&L Café Salad, Chef Salad” that have “Best Before” dates of 7/23 – 8/3*

Race Trac (distributed in Georiga):

· 9.05 ounce packages of “Turkey Quarter Pounder with Tomatoes” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17 -7/28

· 4.95 ounce packages of “Egg Salad” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 4.95 ounce packages of “Chicken Salad” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 7.8 ounce packages of “Chicken Quarter Pounder” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 7.38 ounce packages of “Turkey Quarter Pounder” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17 – 7/28

· 8.8 ounce packages of “Chicken Quarter Pounder with Tomatoes” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 8.4 ounce packages of “Jumbo BBQ Pork Sandwich” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 7.38 ounce packages of “Ham Quarter Pounder” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 9.05 ounce packages of “Ham Quarter Pounder with Tomatoes” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 10.17 ounce packages of “American Sub” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 5.57 ounce packages of “Tuna Salad” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28

· 9.75 ounce packages of “Turkey Wrap” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17 – 7/28*

· 10.3 ounce packages of “Chicken Caesar Salad” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17 – 7/28*

· 7.88 ounce packages of “Chicken Caesar Wrap” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17 – 7/28*

· 9.8 ounce packages of “Cobb Salad” that have “Sell Thru” dates of 7/17-7/28*

Starbucks (distributed in Georgia and Alabama):

· 6.6 ounce packages of “Egg Salad Sandwich” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.9 ounce package of “Chicken Chipotle” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 7.5 ounce package of “Tarragon Chicken Salad Sandwich” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.0 ounce package of “Roma Tomato & Mozzarella” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 6.4 ounce package of “Turkey and Swiss Sandwich” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.5 ounce package of “Ham and Swiss” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 8.1 ounce package of “Strawberry and Blueberry Yogurt Parfait” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/16-7/27

· 8.1 ounce package of “Dark Cherry Yogurt Parfait” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/16-7/27

· 6.1 ounce package of “Greek Yogurt & Honey Parfait” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/16-7/27

· 8.3 ounce package of “Sesame Noodles Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15 – 7/26

· 5.3 ounce package of “Cheese & Fruit Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 6.8 ounce package of “Protein Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.9 ounce package of “Tuna Salad Plate Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.1 ounce package of “Hot Panini Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 6.1 ounce package of “Hot Panini Roasted Vegetable” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 6.1 ounce package of “Hot Panini Chicken Santa Fe” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26

· 5.2 ounce package of “Hot Panini Ham & Swiss” that have “Enjoy By’ dates of 7/15-7/26

· 8.4 ounce package of “Chipotle Chicken Wraps Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/16-7/26*

· 6.3 ounce package of “Chicken & Hummus Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/16-7/26*

· 4.6 ounce package of “Salumi & Cheese Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26*

· 7.3 ounce package of “Chicken Lettuce Wraps Bistro Box” that have “Enjoy By” dates of 7/15-7/26*

*These packages bear the USDA establishment number "P-34373" or EST. 34373 inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Again, no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The potential for contamination was noted after sampling and testing conducted by the Georgia Department of Agriculture revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in one of the products.

The production of all products at the Lawrenceville, GA facility has been voluntarily suspended pending a full investigation into the source of the problem.

Consumers who determine they have affected product should destroy that product or return it to the location where purchased for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company‘s representative, Ellen Pritsker at (312) 243-2122 ext. 127 during the hours of 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. Voice mail messages may also be left and will be returned. Emails may also be sent to epritsker@flyingfood.com.

Now your pet needs are also essential as veterinarian fees can be costly?

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company (NPPC) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 3.5- and 7-pound bags of its Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ Dry Cat Food from a single production run and shipped to customers in 12 states in December 2010. This is being done because some bags of the product have been found to be contaminated with Salmonella. Only Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ Dry Cat Food with both the “Best By” date and the production code shown are included in this voluntary recall :


Product Name Bag size “Best By”Date & Production Code* Bag UPC Code
Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ 3.5lb. MAY 2012 03341084 17800 01885
Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ 3.5 lb. MAY 2012 03351084 17800 01885
Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ 7 lb. MAY 2012 03341084 17800 01887
Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ 7 lb. MAY 2012 03351084 17800 01887


*”Best By” Date and Production Code are found on the back or bottom of the bag.

No additional Purina cat or dog products are involved in this voluntary recall. No other Purina ONE brand products are involved. Only Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ brand products which match the “Best By” dates and production code above are included in this recall.

Consumers who have purchased Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ Dry Cat Food products with these specific “Best By” Date and Production Codes should discontinue feeding the product and discard it.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the product, and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated products. People handling contaminated dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may exhibit decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If you pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

The product was distributed to customers located in California, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin, who may have further distributed the product to other states.

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company became aware of the contamination as a result of samples that had been collected in several retail stores.

At Nestlé Purina PetCare, the safety and efficacy of our products are our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience due to this voluntary recall. For further information or to obtain a product refund, please call NPPC toll-free at 1-800-982-6559 or visit www.purina.com.

H-E-B is encouraging customers to check their refrigerators for 8 oz, 16 oz, 24 oz and 32 oz sizes of H-E-B Brand cottage cheese, dips, yogurt and sour cream sold between June 18 and July 27. The products, sold at H-E-B, Central Market, Mi Tienda and Joe V’s, are being recalled as a precaution due to the possible presence of foreign material. 4 oz and 6 oz sizes are not impacted by the recall.

While no reports of injury have been received, the voluntary recall has been issued by H-E-B, in an abundance of caution, to ensure the safety of its customers.

“H-E-B is committed to the highest standards of food safety for our customers,” said Winell Herron, Group Vice President of Public Affairs and Diversity. “We want to take every precaution necessary to ensure the integrity and quality of the products sold in our stores.”

Customers can return the recalled products to any H-E-B, Central Market, Mi Tienda and Joe V’s store for a full refund. Customers with concerns or questions may contact H-E-B Customer Relations at 210-938-8357 or 1-800-432-3113

Below is the list of products affected by the recall:


Product Name UPC Code Size
H-E-B Cottage Cheese w/Pineapple 0004122024784 16 Oz
H-E-B Small Curd Cottage Cheese 0004122095829 16 Oz
H-E-B Small Curd Cottage Cheese 0004122086701 24 Oz
H-E-B Fat Free Cottage Cheese 0004122024778 16 Oz
H-E-B Low Fat Cottage Cheese 0004122024782 16 Oz
H-E-B Low Fat Cottage Cheese 0004122055145 24 Oz
H-E-B Large Curd Cottage Cheese 0004122083891 16 Oz
H-E-B Large Curd Cottage Cheese 0004122068689 24 Oz
H-E-B Fat Free Cottage Cheese 0004122066631 24 Oz
H-E-B French Onion Party Dip 0004122074261 8 Oz
H-E-B Jalapeno Dip 0004122083489 8 Oz
-E-B Green/Onion Party Dip 0004122055596 8 Oz
H-E-B Ranch Style Dip 0004122077256 8 Oz
H-E-B Chili Con Queso Dip 0004122039858 8 Oz
H-E-B French Onion Party Dip 0004122045014 16 Oz
H-E-B Ranch Style Dip 0004122052078 16 Oz
H-E-B Chili Con Queso Dip 0004122052077 16 Oz
H-E-B Roasted Garlic Dip 0004122080646 8 Oz
H-E-B French Onion Dip 0004122024522 24 Oz
H-E-B Sour Cream 0004122026665 8 Oz
H-E-B Sour Cream 0004122025475 16 Oz
H-E-B Sour Cream 0004122052076 24 Oz
H-E-B Light Sour Cream 0004122066383 24 Oz
H-E-B Light Sour Cream 0004122072487 16 Oz
H-E-B Light Sour Cream 0004122010555 8 Oz
H-E-B Fat Free Sour Cream 0004122000517 16 Oz
H-E-B Sweetened Plain Yogurt 0004122030330 32 Oz
H-E-B Blended Vanilla Yogurt 0004122030329 32 Oz
H-E-B Blended Peach Yogurt 0004122030328 32 Oz
H-E-B Blended Strawberry Yogurt 0004122030327 32 Oz
H-E-B Light Strawberry Yogurt 0004122030325 32 Oz
H-E-B Light Vanilla Yogurt 0004122030326 32 Oz
H-E-B Fat Free Active Tub Vanilla 0004122030196 24 Oz
H-E-B Fat Free Active Tub Plain 0004122030195 24 Oz
H-E-B Low Fat Active Tub Strawberry 0004122030194 24 Oz
H-E-B Low Fat Active Tub Vanilla 0004122030193 24 Oz

Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling 2,880 cases of DOLE® Italian Blend salad with Use-by Date of June 19, 2011, UPC code 7143000819 and Product Codes 0049A157201A, 0049A157201B, 0049A157202A, 0049A157202B, 0686A157202A, 0686A157202B and 442 cases of Kroger Fresh Selections Italian Style Blend salad with Use-by-Date of June 19, 2011, UPC code 1111091045 and Product Codes A157201A & A157201B, due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall.

The Product Code and Use-by Date are in the upper right-hand corner of the package; the UPC code is on the back of the package, below the barcode. The salads were distributed in twelve U.S. states (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Wisconsin) and three Canadian provinces (New Brunswick, Ontario and Quebec).

No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall. This precautionary recall notification is being issued due to an isolated instance in which one package of Dole Italian Blend salad yielded a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a random sample test collected and conducted by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.

No other Dole or Kroger salads are included in the recall. Only the specific Product Codes, UPC codes and June 19, 2011 Use-by-Date of Italian Blend salads identified above are included in the recall. Consumers who have any remaining product with these Product Codes should not consume it, but rather discard it. Retailers and consumers with questions may call the Dole Food Company Consumer Response Center at (800) 356-3111, which is open 8:00 am to 3:00 pm (PDT) Monday - Friday.

Retailers should check their inventories and store shelves to confirm that none of the product is mistakenly present or available for purchase by consumers or in warehouse inventories. Dole Fresh Vegetables customer service representatives are already contacting retailers and are in the process of confirming that the recalled product is not in the stream of commerce.

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause foodborne illness in a person who eats a food item contaminated with it. Symptoms of infection may include fever, muscle aches, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea or diarrhea. If it spreads to the nervous system symptoms may include headache, stiff neck or confusion. The illness primarily impacts pregnant women and adults with weakened immune systems. Most healthy adults and children rarely become seriously ill.

One of my favorites is being recalled again :-(

McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., is recalling at the retail level one product lot (60,912 bottles) of TYLENOL®, Extra Strength Caplets, 225 count bottles, distributed in the U.S. The recalled product was manufactured in February, 2009. McNeil is taking this action following a small number of odor reports, including musty, moldy odor. The uncharacteristic musty, moldy odor has been linked to the presence of trace amounts of a chemical known as 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).

This voluntary action is being taken as a precaution and the risk of serious adverse medical events is remote. TBA can generate an offensive odor and has been associated with temporary and non-serious gastrointestinal symptoms.

The product lot number for the recalled product can be found on the side of the bottle label.

FULL RECALLED PRODUCT LIST:

Product Name Lot Number UPC Code
TYLENOL®, Extra Strength Caplets, 225 count ABA619 300450444271

Consumers who purchased product from the lot included in this recall should stop using the product and contact McNeil Consumer Healthcare, either at www.tylenol.com or by calling 1-888-222-6036 (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time) for instructions about receiving a refund or product coupon. Consumers who have medical concerns or questions should contact their healthcare provider.

Any adverse reactions may also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Online:www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm. Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

Seafood Lovers....... pay attention!

Risvold’s Salads Inc of Gardena, CA is recalling seafood salad and seafood pasta salad, because it may contain undeclared milk, sunflower, sesame and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, sunflower, sesame and soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.


Item Number of Cases Use By Date
Seafood Pasta 3 7/17/11
Seafood Salad 24 6/27/11
Seafood Salad 29 7/4/11
Seafood Salad 60 7/11/11
Seafood salad and seafood pasta were distributed in Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Montana and Idaho. All products were sold behind the deli case in select retail markets. The code dates for the seafood salad in question are all dates prior to “use by” of 071111 and for the seafood pasta all dates prior to “use by” of 071711. All products has been pulled from store/vendor shelves and destroyed as of June 22, 2011.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated during a routine FDA yearly audit, it was discovered that product containing milk, sunflower, sesame and soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk, sunflower, sesame and soy. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a change of ingredient being supplied by a vendor.

The problem was corrected immediately and all items PAST the above mention “use by” dates are safe for consumption and correct labeling has been applied.

Consumers who have purchased Risvold’s seafood salad and seafood pasta are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (323) 770-2674, Mon-Fri 7:30am–4pm(PST).

Warts and all........

Nature Relief is voluntarily recalling Nature Relief Instant Wart and Mole Remover. Consumers are advised to discontinue use and immediately dispose of any used or unused portions of the product. It is suggested that you discard of the product and contents inside a plastic bag and place it into the garbage for safe and quick disposal, in order to expedite the recall process and avoid further handling.

The recall is effective immediately and is being undertaken voluntarily in conjunction with the FDA because the product is potentially unsafe and contains an ingredient that may result in harmful burns to the skin that was previously unknown by the company.

The FDA has advised that the active ingredient, calcium oxide, can cause severe burns of the skin, particularly to areas of thin or sensitive skin, such as the face, area around the eyes, and genitalia. The FDA has received a report of an injury associated with the use of this product, including burns to the skin that required medical attention.

In addition, the FDA advises that consumers are recommended to have moles reviewed by licensed medical professionals and ensure they are not cancerous. Moles when left untreated can possibly lead to melanoma a form of cancer and self-treatment of diseases such as cancer can cause a delay in early diagnosis, which may help prevent life threatening complications.

This product is sold as a kit, which contains the following items: two small containers labeled "Repair Cream", one container of "Antiseptic Wash", a package of "Triple Antibiotic Ointment", toothpicks, and a "vanity kit" with cotton balls, swabs, and nail files.

This recall is being made in cooperation with the US Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who purchased NatureRelief Instant Wart and Mole Remover should immediately discontinue their use and discard the remaining contents. Consumers with questions may contact Nature Relief customer care at 1-888-646-6399 or email the company at support@naturerelief.com.

Consumers who experience adverse events with this product should seek immediate help from their physician or healthcare provider.

Nature Relief is a 5-month-old small start up company that operated with 1 employee and only sold a very small quantity of the product through direct to consumer Internet marketing. No sales were conducting with distributors, wholesalers or retailers. Nature Relief did not turn a profit and revenue was only generated through the sales of the one product "Instant Wart Mole Remover".

All sales and operations of Nature Relief have now been temporally ceased.

Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product should also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088, by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178, by mail at Med Watch, HF-410, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787, or on the Med Watch website at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Did You Know???

There are those items that you hear about on the media when there is a recall. Tylenol made it to the major networks as well as many popular products. However, there are those products that may go under the radar. They are handled on the local level but how effective is it? Do you rely or trust your local grocer to keep on top of these alerts? How do you know when there is a recall? An email from your friends? The news? Do you know that some people do not watch or listen to the news? Go figure... :-) So I went to the source for you. This is going to be rather lengthy yet informative - so get your popcorn.


And here's what I found:


Oh nooooo, one of my favorites, SKIPPY!

As reported through the FDA there's a limited recall of Skippy® Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter Spread and Skippy® Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter Spread, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. 

If you live in these areas the product was distributed to retail outlets in Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Wisconsin.

The affected product, which is packaged in 16.3 oz plastic jars, is as follows:

• UPCs: 048001006812 and 048001006782 (located on the side of the jar’s label below the bar code.)
• Best-If-Used-By Dates: MAY1612LR1, MAY1712LR1, MAY1812LR1, MAY1912LR1, MAY2012LR1 and MAY2112LR1(Stamped on the lid of the jar).

Next up is for those of you who may be familiar with this product. Garden of Life, LLC announced that it is voluntarily recalling its Raw Vitamin C because these products may contain undeclared soy proteins.

Consumers who have purchased the Raw Vitamin C and are sensitive to soy should stop taking the product. According to the FDA less than 0.2% of children and adults are sensitive to soy. Further, most people outgrow the allergy after early childhood; however, adults allergic to soy may experience upset stomach, discomfort, and, in rare cases, serious and life threatening allergic reactions.

Here's what you need look for to determine whether or not you have the product. The company, Garden of Life’s product bearing the name “VITAMIN CODE RAW VITAMIN C” prominently displayed on both the outer carton as well as the bottle label. All Lots of Raw Vitamin C distributed between March 2009 and January 2011 or remaining in expiry are subject to this voluntary recall.

Ahhh, the refreshing taste of an herbal tea, so soothing. Who doesn't feel safe with a cup of tea? Teavana’s Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea issued a recall as the result of a batch sample testing program by the Company after it received a notification of possible contamination by the vendor, which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis. 

The Company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as the FDA and the Company continue their investigation as to the origin of the contamination. It is important to note that the Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea was distributed nationwide in Teavana retail stores and through mail and internet orders. The Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea is sold measured to customer’s orders in retail stores and sold in 2 oz pre-packaged pouches by mail order or internet. There are no lot/batch identifying markings on the store or e-commerce packaging. Retail store stock was sold between December 4, 2010 and February 16, 2011. Mail order & internet stock was sold between November 30, 2010 and February 16, 2011.

Brandy anyone? Makes quite an impressive gift - but not so fast...

E&J Brandy announces the following voluntary recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the stainless steel flask sold in E&J® VSOP gift sets in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 and in E&J® XO gift sets sold in 2006.  This voluntary recall pertains only to stainless steel flasks manufactured for E&J Brandy because laboratory results revealed that brandy stored in the flask under certain conditions may show elevated levels of lead.  Prolonged exposure to elevated levels of lead may have negative health effects. 

These gift sets were sold throughout the United States through a variety of retail stores as recently as this past holiday season.  Some flasks in leather cases were also given away as a promotional item in 2007.

Consumers in possession of an affected stainless steel flask should call the consumer recall hotline at 1-866-959-8477 at any time for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund. The brandy contained in the gift set is unaffected and may be safely consumed but any brandy or other liquid in the flask should not be consumed.  

How about this recall from McCormick’s Golden Dipt® Tempura Seafood Batter Mix 8 OZ, with UPC Code 4123470132 and “BEST BY” date of OCT 08 12 H.  A very limited number of packages of Golden Dipt® Tempura Seafood Batter Mix with this date code contain an undeclared milk ingredient.  People who have an allergy to milk run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled cartons of  Golden Dipt® Tempura Seafood Batter Mix were distributed to grocery stores in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin as well as internationally to the Cayman Islands, beginning on October 21, 2010.  The affected product is packaged in 8 OZ cartons, and the date code is found printed in white ink on the bottom of the carton.

The recall was initiated after the discovery of a packaging error that resulted in a pouch of Cajun Style Fish Fry mix (which contains a milk ingredient) being packaged in the Golden Dipt® Tempura Seafood Batter Mix carton.  The ingredient statement on the package does not list milk as an ingredient. 

Consumers are urged to contact McCormick’s Consumer Affairs team at 1-800-632-5847, weekdays from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM, or weekends from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Eastern Time), for a replacement or full refund, as well as instructions on what to do with the product. 

Are you the owner of a Finicky Eater?

While recent laboratory testing found that most lots of Wellness canned cat food that were tested contain sufficient amounts of thiamine (also known as Vitamin B1), some of the lots listed below might contain less than adequate levels of thiamine. However, out of an abundance of caution, WellPet has decided to recall all of the lots listed below.

The lots involved in this voluntary recall are:

Wellness Canned Cat Food (all flavors and sizes) with best by dates from 14APR 13 through 30SEP13;

Wellness Canned Cat Food Chicken & Herring (all sizes) with 10NOV13 or 17NOV13 best buy dates.

Cats fed only the affected lots for several weeks may be at risk for developing a thiamine deficiency. Thiamine is essential for cats. Symptoms of deficiency displayed by an affected cat can be gastrointestinal or neurological in nature. Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting, and weight loss. In advanced cases, neurologic signs can develop, which may include ventriflexion (bending towards the floor) of the neck, wobbly walking, circling, falling, and seizures. If your cat has consumed the recalled lots and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. If treated promptly, thiamine deficiency is typically reversible.

Consumers who still have cans of cat food from these lots should stop feeding them to their cats and call us at (877) 227-9587 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern Time. Consumers with further questions should visit their website at www.wellnesspetfood.com or call at the same number.

DeFranco and Sons of Los Angeles, CA, is voluntarily recalling bulk and consumer-packaged in-shell, hazelnut and mixed nut products containing hazelnuts because they may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. coli O157:H7). The recall was initiated after the nut products were linked to 7 illnesses in the states of MI, MN, and WI. To-date, no E. coli 0157:H7 has been detected in the nut products; however, we are notifying our valued consumers and customers out of an abundance of caution.

Symptoms of E. coli O157:H7 infection may include abdominal cramps and diarrhea which is often bloody. Most infected people recover within a week; however, some may develop complications that require hospitalization. Young children and the elderly are at highest risk for a potentially life-threatening complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) which includes kidney failure. http://www.cdph.ca.gov/HealthInfo/discond/Pages/EscherichiacoliO157H7.aspx.

DeFranco and Sons received the in-shell nuts from suppliers or growers and subsequently distributed the nuts nationwide and to Canada. The affected nuts listed below were distributed between 11/2/10 and 12/22/10.

Brand	Size	Product	Sell By Date	UPC
Sunripe	1 lb	Large Hazelnuts	6/30/11	070533 000167
Sunripe	1 lb	Mixed Nuts	6/30/11	070533 000143
Sunripe	2 lbs	Mixed Nuts	6/30/11	070533 001003
None - (Sold as "Season's Greetings" Gift Pack)	4 lbs	Mixed Nuts	6/30/11	070533 101024
Sunripe	50 lbs	Imperial Mixed Nuts	None	None
Sunripe	50 lbs	Supreme Mixed Nuts	None	None
George Packing	50 lbs	Hazelnuts	Only the products distributed by DeFranco and Sons between 11/2/10 to 12/22/10.

The 50 lb bags of in-shell hazelnuts or mixed nuts with hazelnuts may have been repacked or sold in bulk containers to consumers.

Consumers who think they may have the affected hazelnut or mixed nut products containing hazelnuts should not eat them and are urged to check with their place of purchase to determine if they are subject to the recall. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 800-992-3992, Monday thru Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm Pacific time.

And now the Gourmet Family Brand Large Mouth Smelt Komochi Shishamo because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product.

Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning can cause the following symptoms: General weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

Gourmet family Brand Large Mouth Smelt Komochi Shishamo is vaccum packed in uncoded styrofoam tray. Eight pieces are packed in one container and net wt of the product is 3.5 oz. (100g). Product is imported from Japan. Product is sold in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Florida, Virginia, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina through retail stores.  

These recalls were made voluntarily by the companies which shows their commitment to providing quality products to their consumers.

Knowing is very important Make time to explore.

Recalls - What's in Your Cupboard?

Every once in a while, I will cover the latest recalls/warnings that are announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is very important for us to be aware of the various recalls/warnings as it relates to our health and wellness.

How about those over the counter products that you may reach for when you have a cold, headache or any other ailment? Well, here are a list of well known products that were recently recalled:

Junior strength Motrin
Children's Tylenol Grape Meltaway Tablets
Extra Strength Tylenol
Extra Strength Tylenol Rapid Release Gelcaps
Extra Strength Tylenol PM Geltabs
Motrin Caplets
Extra Strength Rolaids Fresh Mint Tablets
St. Joseph Aspirin chewable Orange Tablets
Benedryl Allergy Ultratab Tablets

For those who use weight loss drugs - Alli has a counterfeit version. The knock off version of Alli is being sold on the internet - especially on auction sites. It is the Alli 60 mg capsules (120 count refill pack). Now the counterfeit is of course illegal and it is unsafe. The FDA advises anyone with this knock off product - please discard (throw it out).


The knock off contains sibutramine which is dangerous to people who have a history of cardiovascular disease and can lead to a heart attack, stroke or an elevation of blood pressure. Do not dismiss this warning because you consider yourself to be healthy. The FDA warns that you too can experience side effects that includes

A racing heart
Anxiety
Small increases of blood pressure
Insomnia
Nausea
Heart palpitations

As with most knock offs, there is more emphasis on the appearance of the product rather than the quality of the product. This product as approved by the FDA contains an ingredient known as orlistat which is necessary for the product to work effectively as it is labeled in it's purpose for weight loss.

How will you know if you have the knock off? Here are a list of differences as indicated by the FDA:

It will have a missing LOT Code on the outer cardboard package

The expiration date of the real/authentic Alli only indicates the Month and Year
ex:(11/2010)not the Month, Day and Year (11/20/2010)

A plain foil for the inner safety seal without any words on it. The safety seal of
the real Alli has the words 'SEALED FOR YOUR PROTECTION' written on it

Large capsules with white powder rather than small white pellets which is found
in the real Alli

A slightly taller plastic bottle with a wider cap and coarser ribbing on the
cap than what is seen with the real Alli

We all want to ensure that we are informed consumers as we work to improve on our health and wellness. Please be sure to share this information with everyone as someone you know may have this product.


But wait there's more from weight loss to body building products heeeeeeeeeeere's MuscleMaster!


According to the FDA, together with MuscleMaster.com, Inc. sent out notification to consumers and healthcare professionals of the voluntary nationwide recall of all lots and expiration dates of the seventeen dietary supplements listed in the firm press release, sold between June 1, 2009 and November 17, 2009. FDA informed MuscleMaster.com that it believes that the recalled products contain ingredients that are steroids. The major concern for the consumers is the risk factors involved with those who are taking these products as steroids may have a harmful effect on the liver. In addition, steroids may cause other serious long-term adverse health consequences in men, women, and children. These include shrinkage of the testes and male infertility, masculinization of women, breast enlargement in males, short stature in children, a higher predilection to misuse other drugs and alcohol, adverse effects on blood lipid levels, and increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.

More Information on Recalls

HEALTH ALERTS!

Have you ever received an email that warns you or serves as an alert that there is a recall on a medicine? These emails are usually forwarded from a family, friend or colleague who is sharing the information to make you aware of potential danger. What do you do with that information? Do you read quickly through it and then forward it on to others? Do you talk about it with others? Do you even remember?

While you may be concerned for your health, you may find yourself relying on the emails as a guide to what you should avoid. However, it is more important that you get the facts for yourself. You need to know if the information you received through your trusted sources is factually sound. There are those emails that are not necessary true - even though it mentions CNN, Good Morning America, Today Show and the various notable morning news programs.

Here are some solutions:

• The Food and Drug Administration has the important facts regarding the health alerts, warnings, reports, etc. www.fda.gov
• Your state has a Department of Health it may serve as place to know what is really good with the alerts. For example www.health.state.ny.us/ (New York) www.dhs.ca.gov/ California
  
• The Public Health Administration of your state for example www.mass.gov/dph/dphhome.htm (Massachusetts) or www.msdh.state.ms.us/ (Mississippi)
• Go directly to the source of concern - if it is a product that is made by Johnson and Johnson, www.jnj.com or Pfizer www.pfizer.com
  

You may have to go to the specific site search box and type in medical recalls, medical alerts or medical warnings. An example will be on the Johnson and Johnson website there is no visible link to alerts. However, if you use their search box, a list of products that were recalled or had alerts/warnings will appear.

Go ahead - do it - it's for your own knowledge and most importantly - your health.