The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has rescinded a March 2012 allergy alert for BioX brand Xtreme Power Whey Isolate Powder and Protein Shot Recovery Blue Raspberry Drink. The products do not contain egg.
The allergen test kit used gave false positive results. According to the CFIA, “in this case, a rare and little known chemical reaction between ingredients in the product is what gave the false positive results. The CFIA’s own testing has confirmed the false positive results and verified that the product is free from egg.”
There were no reported allergic reactions associated with the consumption of these products.
For more information, call the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342.
Linda Larsen has written 28 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
Fred Pritzker is a food safety advocate and attorney. He represents people sickened by contaminated food.
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