oleh admin | Apr 1, 2025 | food safety, health, illness, product recalls, safety
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Pumpkin juice that was distributed across twelve states has been taken back from the market due to concerns about potential contamination with paralytic bacteria.
Walker’s Wine Juice LLC, headquartered in New York, has initiated a recall of its pumpkin juice following a standard state inspection that revealed the product lacked sufficient acidity for proper heating and sterilization.
The ‘hot fill’ process is intended to eliminate microorganisms.
potentially deadly bacteria
.
Officials from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors consequently discovered that there was no ‘kill step’ implemented to eliminate contaminants.
They mentioned that juice with low acidity might harbor bacteria responsible for botulism.
a
rare food-borne pathogen that
attacks the body’s nerves
and may result in total body paralysis.
This can lead to
full-body paralysis
, affecting the muscles required for breathing, which can be lethal in very few instances.
The affected items were sold through Walker’s Wine Juice retail outlet in New York and were also sent directly to a select group of commercial wineries located in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
There have been no reports of illness so far. However, the FDA advises customers who experience symptoms such as muscle weakness, impaired speech, trouble breathing, and paralysis to consult a healthcare provider right away.
The items being recalled include the 2.5-gallon bag-in-box and 5-gallon hot pack marked as ‘pumpkin,’ along with 30-, 60-, and 275-gallon bulk containers labeled ‘pumpkin.’
Botulism occurs due to a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria, typically present as spores in soil, aquatic environments, and on the surfaces of food items such as produce and seafood.
Wine along with low-acid foods are the primary suspects when it comes to fermented products.
These bacteria produce spores that function as protective coverings; typically, these pose little harm.
Nonetheless, cramped environments that are both warm and moist, and deficient in oxygen—like those found inside metal cans or plastic containers—can lead to bacteria producing toxins that assault the central nervous system.
Botulism attacks the body’s nervous system and may result in paralysis, potentially affecting even the muscles required for breathing.
This renders five to ten percent of cases deadly.
Other symptoms include
difficulty swallowing, muscle weakness, double vision, drooping eyelids, blurry vision, slurred speech, difficulty breathing, and trouble moving the eyes.
According to the CDC, there are approximately 200 annual cases of botulism in the United States, with only about 25 originating from contaminated food sources, rendering it an extremely uncommon occurrence.
Other factors encompass infections and, infrequently, administering an excessive amount of the botulinum toxin utilized in Botox treatments.
Customers are advised to reach out to Walker’s Wine Juice to find out how to discard the problematic items and ascertain procedures such as obtaining reimbursement.
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oleh admin | Mar 27, 2025 | food and drink, food safety, health risks, product recalls, snacks
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READ MORE: Emergency Recall Initiated for Coffee Products Due to Critical Labeling Mistake
Frito-Lay, the snack behemoth, has issued a recall for approximately 1,300 bags of Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips because they may have been contaminated with milk.
The chips were dispersed to retailers in 13 states, including
Alabama
,
Florida
, Georgia,
Illinois
,
Indiana
,
Kentucky
,
Mississippi
,
North Carolina
,
Ohio
, South Carolina,
Tennessee
,
Virginia
and West Virginia.
The 13-ounce bags of yellow corn chips might include an alternative option, namely nacho cheese tortilla chips, which have milk as an ingredient.
Individuals who have an allergy to milk ought to steer clear of packages marked with a ‘Fresh Until’ date of May 20, 2025, along with any of these production codes: 471106504 followed by 18 then 13:XX; 471106505 followed by 85 then 13:XX; 471106506 followed by 85 then 13:XX; and finally, 471106507 followed by 85 then 13:XX.
Frito-Lay
said
In a statement: “Individuals who have an allergy or intense intolerance to milk face the possibility of experiencing a severe or potentially fatal allergic response upon ingestion of the recalled item.”
Lactose intolerance is fairly widespread. It’s believed that about 4.7 percent of people in America suffer from it. This condition predominantly affects children but they often overcome it as they grow older.
The company
issued a similar recall
In December, following the FDA’s determination that Lay’s Classic Potato Chips distributed in Oregon and Washington might include undeclared milk.
Frito-Lay stands as a giant in the snack sector, boasting revenues of approximately $29 billion within a single year.
The firm, under PepsiCo ownership, maintained that the recall impacts just a minimal portion of its items.
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oleh admin | Mar 27, 2025 | food and drink, food safety, health risks, product recalls, snacks
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READ MORE: Immediate recall of coffee items following critical mislabeling mistake
Frito-Lay, the snack behemoth, has issued a recall for almost 1,300 bags of Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips because they may have been contaminated with milk.
The chips were disseminated to outlets spanning 13 states, including
Alabama
,
Florida
, Georgia,
Illinois
,
Indiana
,
Kentucky
,
Mississippi
,
North Carolina
,
Ohio
, South Carolina,
Tennessee
,
Virginia
and West Virginia.
The 13-ounce bags of yellow corn chips might include an alternative option, the nacho cheese tortilla chips, which have milk as an ingredient.
Individuals who have an allergy to milk ought to steer clear of packages marked with a ‘Fresh Until’ date of 20 MAY 2025 along with one of these production codes: 471106504 18 13:XX; 471106505 85 13:XX; 471106506 85 13:XX; 471106507 85 13:XX.
Frito-Lay
said
In a declaration: “Individuals who have an allergy or significant intolerance to milk face the danger of experiencing a severe or potentially fatal allergic response upon consuming the affected product.”
Lactose intolerance is fairly widespread. It’s believed that about 4.7 percent of Americans suffer from this condition. This issue tends to be more prevalent among children but is usually something they overcome as they grow older.
The company
issued a similar recall
In December, following the FDA’s determination that Lay’s Classic Potato Chips distributed in Oregon and Washington might include undeclared milk ingredients.
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