The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning the public not to eat certain in shell hazelnuts because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were sold in packages of various weights or in bulk at several locations. If you’re not sure if you purchased the affected nuts, check with the retailer.
The nuts were sold in Ontario, Quebec, and New Brunswick. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of these nuts. For more information, contact the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342.
Salmonella bacteria can cause an illness known as salmonellosis. The symptoms of this type of food poisoning include a fever, abdominal cramps, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The diarrhea may be bloody or watery if the case is severe.
