Infant botulism cases have been reported in Madison County, Kentucky and have prompted a warning to parents and have officials concerned. There are two cases of infant botulism that have been reported to authorities. There are typically two ways that infants can be sickened with botulinum toxin that the bacteria Clostridium botulin produces under certain conditions. The first is honey. Infants under the age of one should never be given honey because it can contain botulism spores. Infants get sick because their immune systems are too immature to prevent the toxin from developing. Medical science doesn't understand all of the factors that make these infants more susceptible to botulism spores. The spores can also be found in soil. When ingested, the spores can grow and produce the … [Read more...]
Saladitos Lupini Beans Recalled in Canada For Possible Botulism
Saladitos Lupini Beans are being recalled in Canada for possible botulism contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Apex Commerce Trade. The recalled product was sold nationwide at the retail level. It is Saladitos Lupini Beans that are packaged in 580 milliliter glass jars. The UPC number that is printed on the product label is 8 413295 800514. The code for this product is L 162091. And the best if used by date is 2025-AL-18 (April 18. 2025). Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin will not look, smell, or taste different and the texture remains unchanged. But a tiny amount of the botulism toxin can kill an adult. Symptoms of botulism poisoning include facial … [Read more...]
Recall of Geisha Canned Shrimp For Possible Botulism Expanded
The recall of Geisha canned shrimp in medium for possible botulism contamination has been expanded. The number of states where the shrimp was sold has been greatly expanded. The product may have been under processed, which could lead to the growth of Clostridium botulinum bacteria, which produces the botulism toxin under anaerobic conditions. In addition, all lots of this product are included in the recall. The recalled product is Geisha medium canned shrimp that is packaged in 4 ounce metal cans. The UPC number that is printed on the back of the label is 071140003909. The recall was expanded after the company received more information from the FDA. The recall only affects this specific product. The shrimp was sold at the retail level from December 2022 to April 2023 in these … [Read more...]
Komera Seasoned Hot Pepper Sauce Recalled For Botulism
Komera Seasoned Hot Pepper Sauce is being recalled in Canada because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that causes botulism poisoning. A tiny amount of the toxin botulism can cause serious illness and death. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with this problem. The recalling firm is Komera Inc. The hot sauce was sold in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec and may have been sold in other provinces and territories in that country. The recalled product is Komera Original Seasoned Hot Pepper Sauce that is sold in 148 milliliter bottles. The UPC number that is printed on the product label is 6 27987 43939 7. All units that were sold up to and including March 30, 2023 are included in this recall. Food that … [Read more...]
Nuba Carob Drink Recalled in Canada For Possible Botulism
Nuba Carob drink is being recalled in Canada for possible Clostridium botulinum contamination. This pathogen produces the botulism toxin that can be deadly. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Nubia Food and Beverage Inc. The beverage was sold in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Quebec at the retail level and may have been distributed in other provinces or territories. The recalled product is Nuba Carob drink that is packaged in 750 milliliter glass bottles. The UPC number that is printed on the label is 6 28504 60015 3. The code on this product is 2203151, and the best by date is 09/30/23. This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) inspection … [Read more...]
Geisha Canned Medium Shrimp Recalled For Processing
Geisha Canned Medium Shrimp is being recalled for a processing issue that has caused reports of swelling, leaking or bursting cans. The product could have been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with this problem. The recalling firm is Kawasho Foods USA Inc. of New York, New York. The recalled product is Geisha Canned Medium Shrimp that is packaged in a 4 ounce metal can with a pull top. The UPC number that is stamped on the label is 071140003909. There is one lot of this product included in this recall: LGC12W12E22; BEST BY: MAY/12/2026. This code is printed on the bottom of each can. The product was distributed to these retail stores: Walmart, Associated Food … [Read more...]
Mounet Group Labneh Cheese Recalled in Canada For Botulism
Mounet Group Labneh Cheese is being recalled in Canada because the packaging may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that produces the botulism toxin. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The recalling firm is Group Mounet Inc. This cheese was sold in Quebec at the retail level. The recalled product is Mounet Group Labneh cheese, which is soft unripened cheese packaged in olive oil. The product is sold in 350 gram containers. The UPC number that is stamped on the label is 6 16833 53867 4. The codes on the product are: Prod: 2021/08/15 Exp: 2023/08/15. This recall was triggered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's inspection activities. The government is conducting a food safety investigation, which may trigger the recall … [Read more...]
Royalty Sea Moss Lemonade Recalled For Possible Botulism
Royalty Sea Moss Lemonade and Gel Products are being recalled because they may be contaminated with botulism toxin, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). That agency is advising consumers not to eat, drink or consume any of the sea moss lemonade or gel products produced by the company, Royalty Sea Moss of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of these products. An investigation into the company was launched after MDARD received a complaint from the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Protection. MDARD found that the firm produced these products "with inadequate processing controls required to stop the growth of deadly foodborne pathogens, including botulism." In addition … [Read more...]
The Chai Box Mix Products Recalled For Possible Botulinum
The Chai Box mix products are being recalled for possible Clostridium botulinum contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is The Chai Box of Marietta, Georgia. Clostridium botulinum bacteria can produce spores that, under certain conditions, produce a toxin called botulism that can be fatal if a tiny amount is ingested. The spores grow under low acid, anaerobic conditions. The bacteria, spores, and toxins do not change the look, taste, aroma, or texture of the product. The recalled products are The Chai Box mix products. They are Chai Concentrate Mix in 16 ounce glass bottles. The UPC number stamped on the label is 7 93611 81925 2. Also recalled is 64 ounce plastic bottles of Chai … [Read more...]
What Are Common Food Poisoning Pathogen Incubation Periods?
Every time there is an outbreak and the cause or pathogen is not immediately apparent, investigators have several clues they can use to help them solve it. One is the incubation period, of the time between when a person eats contaminated food and they start getting sick. These facts are complicated by the fact that most people think the last thing they ate made them sick, which is often not the case. What are common food poisoning pathogen incubation periods? All pathogens have different incubation periods that can range from hours to days or even weeks and months. While there is always a range, these incubation periods are true across all outbreaks. Common Food Poisoning Pathogen Incubation Periods Bacillus cereus can cause illness especially in foods that have been sitting out … [Read more...]
