The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling MaraNatha and Trader Joe’s brand almond butters and peanut butters for possible Salmonella contamination. There is a recall in the United States of some of these products; four people are ill in what may be an associated Salmonella outbreak.
You can see the long list of recalled products at the CFIA web site, along with package sizes, UPC numbers, and codes and “best by” dates. The products are MaraNatha almond and peanut butters in various types, including raw and roasted, and Trader Joe’s almond butter. You can also see pictures of all of the recalled product labels at that site.
If you purchased any of these products, do not eat them. Discard in a double bag or return to the place of purchase for a refund. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products in Canada.
The symptoms of a Salmonella infection include fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. If you ate any of these products and are experiencing these symptoms, see a doctor as soon as possible.
