Jack and Green Sprouts of River Falls, Wisconsin recalled their 5-ounce alfalfa sprout bag that expired on January 29, saying they could be contaminated with Listeria monocytic hyperplasia.
Listeria organisms can cause severe, sometimes fatal infections Young childrenor vulnerable, or among people with weak immune systems.
The company announced New sprouts recall February 7 – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted a notice on its website on February 8.
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“Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can lead to miscarriage and death Pregnant woman,“The FDA noted on its website.
The FDA notes that these 5-ounce packages are sold in grocery stores and local cooperatives in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa.
Due to the potential of Listeria contamination, certain alfalfa sprout packaging is sold in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. (iStock)
The product comes with a 5-ounce transparent plastic packaging labeled #687 UPC #763247198915, according to the company.
To date, no diseases related to alfalfa sprouts have been associated.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Estimated 1,600 people suffer from Lister’s disease each year and about 260 die.”
The FDA reports that the recall package for alfalfa sprouts is for sale in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa at grocery stores and local cooperatives. (Reuters/Andrew Kelly/Archive Photo)
The FDA said that after routine testing in Minnesota, the potential for contamination of alfalfa sprouts was found after routine testing — despite negative results from Jack and the green sprouts from independent labs.
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Out of caution, the company asked consumers to throw away any 5-ounce packages that contained lots of 687.
Sprouts are shown on avocado toast. Alfalfa “has high enzyme enzymes, which helps improve the body’s ability to eliminate toxins while improving digestibility.” (iStock)
Alfalfa sprouts are a “more” Nutritional alternatives For lettuce, the texture is very fragrant,” the company noted on its website.
Alfalfa is also very high in enzymes, which helps improve the body’s ability to eliminate toxins while improving digestibility.”
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Jack and Green Bud products were found “whole Midwest In local supermarkets, specialized markets (such as cooperatives) and wholesale distributors. ” the company said on its website.