Natural Way of Fayetteville, Arkansa, is recalling Natural Way Almond Butter because it may contain peanuts, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to peanuts could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalled item was sold nationwide in retail stores and also through mail order. The potential for peanut contamination was noticed after a customer notified the company that peanut butter was mislabeled as almond butter. The recalled product is Natural Way Almond Butter that is packed into 16 ounce plastic jars. The lot number of 505721 is stamped on the bottom of the … [Read more...]
Annette’s Mini Donuts Powdered Recalled For Undeclared Peanut
Annette's Mini Donuts Powdered are being recalled in Canada because they may contain peanuts, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the label. That means that anyone who is sensitive or or allergic to peanuts could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they eat this product. No allergic reactions or illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling company is Weston Foods. The recalled donuts were sold in Alberta and British Columbia at the retail level. The recalled item is Annette's Mini Donuts Powdered, which are packaged in 298 gram packages. The UPC number printed on the label is 0 59327 15196 4, and the code on the product is 0184. No expiration date is listed on the recall … [Read more...]
Pretty Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Recalled For Undeclared Peanuts
Pretty Thai of Austin, Texas is recalling Pretty Thai Sweet Chili Sauce that may actually contain Pretty Thai Peanut Sauce. The Pretty Thai Peanut Sauce bottles were mislabeled, meaning that anyone who is allergic to peanuts could unintentionally consume a product containing peanuts because of the error. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The product was distributed to HEB stores and Central Market stores in Texas from March 19, 2020 to September 8, 2020. The recalled product is packaged in clear, cylindrical PET bottles with black flip-top caps and clear labels with white print. The recall is for Pretty Thai Peanut Sauce with the lot code 0772000123. A small number of the Pretty Thai Peanut Sauce bottles were mislabeled as … [Read more...]
Food Allergens Can Become Airborne: How to Handle the Risk
Food Poisoning Bulletin constantly reports on food recalls for the eight major food allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, milk, fin fish, shellfish, wheat, eggs, and soy. Those eight allergens together cause at least 30,000 emergency room visits, 2000 hospitalizations, and 150 deaths in the U.S. every year. Recently we became aware that some foodborne allergens can become airborne. Some of the allergens are more of a risk than others. For instance, peanut allergens usually do not become airborne, and allergic reactions are not triggered from peanut butter vapors, according to a study published in the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. Since peanuts allergies are typically more severe and more likely to trigger anaphylactic shock, this is a relief. Some other food … [Read more...]
Annie Chun’s Teriyaki Noodle Bowl Recalled For Undeclared Peanuts
CJ Foods, a division of CJ America Inc. is voluntarily recalling Annie Chun's Teriyaki Noodle Bowl because it may contain undeclared peanuts, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to peanuts who eats this product may have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. No allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The recalled product is Annie Chun's Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowl. It is packaged in 7.8 ounce containers that are opaque white plastic bowls with paper sleeves. The UPC number on the product is 7-65667-10387-6 and the lot number is 12/25/2020. The company discovered some bowls that were packaged in outer sleeves indicating they were Teriyaki Noodle Bowls actually contained Pad Thai noodle, which contains peanuts … [Read more...]
Peppermint Pattie Ice Cream Recalled For Undeclared Peanut
Ample Hills Manufacturing of Brooklyn, New York is recalling Peppermint Pattie Ice Cream. because it may contain undeclared peanut, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to peanuts who eats this product could have a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. No illnesses or reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with this recall. The product was distributed in Ample Hills Creamery Scoop Shops in these areas: Los Feliz, California; Aventura, Florida; and these Ample East Coast Scoop locations: Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York; Jersey City, New Jersey; Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn, New York; Gowanus, Brooklyn, New York; Fire Boat House, Dumbo Brooklyn, New York; Dekalb Market Hall, Downtown Brooklyn, New York; Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, New … [Read more...]
RXBAR Recalls Some Varieties for Undeclared Peanuts
RXBAR is recalling some varieties of their bars because they may contain undeclared peanuts, one of the major food allergens. Anyone who is allergic to that ingredient could have a dangerous reaction if they eat these products. There have been allergic reactions reported to the company. The varieties that are recalled are RXBAR Apple Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Hazelnut, Chocolate Sea Salt, Coconut Chocolate, Coffee Chocolate, Mango Pineapple, Maple Sea Salt, Mint Chocolate, Mixed Berry, and Pumpkin Spice. Of the RXBAR Kids type, Apple Cinnamon Raisin, Berry Blast, and Chocolate Chip are recalled. The company found that "potential for peanut" in two varieties of RXBAR and are expanding that recall after consumer complaints. The specific recalled products, … [Read more...]
New Hope for Children With Peanut Allergies
A new clinical trial has given hope to children who suffer from peanut allergies. That allergy can be deadly, causing anaphylactic shock within minutes. The study gradually introduced children to peanut protein over six months under medical supervision. The study results were announced at a conference of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology in Seattle. One in 50 children in this country is allergic to peanuts. And most FDA recalls are for undeclared allergens in regulated products. This regimen gradually builds up tolerance to the peanut allergen, reducing their sensitivity. This is not a cure, but is trying to reduce the risk that exposure to tiny amounts of peanuts will trigger a life-threatening reaction. Scientists are hoping to develop an oral medication. … [Read more...]
