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Two brands of superfood supplements sold online across the United States through Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, and Target are being recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
According to a notice published May 26 on the Food and Drug Administration’s website, the affected products include Total Nutrition Inc’s moringa-infused supplements, TNVitamins Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood, and Doctor’s Pride Complete Green Superfood Ultra Potent Moringa Capsules.
According to the recall notice, the affected supplements were sold in white bottles with white caps and contained 120 capsules. Officials also said these supplements may be linked to salmonella outbreaks in multiple states linked to dietary supplements containing imported moringa leaf powder.
The FDA said 119 illnesses have been reported in connection with the salmonella outbreak. Of the reported illnesses, 32 people were hospitalized.
Here’s what you need to know about supplement recalls.
What products are being recalled?
The following products (including UPC and expiration date) are affected by the recall:
- TNV Vitamins Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa, 10,000 mg (120 Capsules)
- Lot: 2507199, Exp. September 2027
- Lot: 2512-304, Exp. February 2028
- Lot: 2793, Exp. February 2028
- Doctor’s Pride Complete Green Superfood Super Potent Moringa, 10,000 mg (120 Capsules)
- Lot: 2507199, Exp. September 2027
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after ingesting the bacteria. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the most common symptoms are diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain.
Most healthy people recover in four to seven days without treatment, but some vulnerable groups, such as children under 5, adults over 65, and people with weakened immune systems, can develop more severe illness that requires treatment and hospitalization.
If you experience any of these more serious symptoms, the CDC recommends contacting your health care professional.
- Diarrhea and fever greater than 102 degrees Fahrenheit
- Diarrhea does not improve even if it continues for more than 3 days
- bloody diarrhea
- I’m vomiting so much that I can’t keep fluids down
- Signs of dehydration such as not producing much urine, dry mouth or throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up
USA TODAY’s Greta Cross and Mary Walrath-Holdridge contributed to this report.
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