FDA announces recall of multiple snacks in August, see list here

Sometimes food and drinks are taken from the store without you realizing it.

In August, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalled several foods for a variety of reasons. Here’s a look at what was recalled this month.

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Not sure what’s currently off the shelves? Here’s a list.

The FDA has removed the following foods from store shelves this month.

Full Circle Market Coconut Milk Chocolate Almond Crunch Frozen Dessert: This dairy-free frozen dessert was recalled due to an undeclared cashew nut allergen, which poses a serious risk to people with nut allergies.
Boar’s Head and Old Country Deli Meats:A variety of processed meats, including ham, salami, kielbasa and liverwurst, have been recalled due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Vanilla Almond Milk Drink: This almond milk was sold at multiple outlets and was recalled due to an undeclared dairy allergen, which can be dangerous for people with dairy allergies.
Marabou Sea Salt Chocolate Bar: A Swedish candy company has issued a recall of Marabou Sea Salt chocolate bars due to undeclared allergens, including almonds, wheat and other nuts. These allergens were not listed on the product packaging, posing a risk to people with allergies to these ingredients.
Lunds and Byerlys: All Lunds & Byerlys fresh guacamole products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Bikano: Thal Golden Spices Inc. has issued a recall of 640 packages of its “Bikano Moong Dal” due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Tasty: Yummy Foods has issued a recall for its Yummy Swirly Ices due to the presence of undeclared milk allergens. The recall affects multiple flavors, including Tropical Melon, Berry Blast, Tropical Tornado and Churning Cherry.
Northfish Inc.: North Fish USA Inc. has issued a recall of its 9-ounce packages of “Cold Smoked Capelin” due to possible contamination with Clostridium botulinuma bacteria that can cause serious and potentially fatal food poisoning. The recall was prompted by the discovery that the fish, imported from Belarus, were longer than 5 inches and had not been gutted, increasing the risk of contamination.
CVS Health, HEB Baby: CVS Health and HEB Baby recently announced a recall of their Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder due to elevated levels of vitamin D. The recall, initiated by Perrigo Company plc, involves 16,500 cans distributed to CVS stores in 12 states, including Texas, Florida and California, as well as HEB stores in Texas.
Meijer: Meijer’s Dunking Cookies Chocolate Chip snack has been recalled due to the presence of undeclared milk.

What should customers do if they have a recalled product in their home?

It’s good to be aware if you’ve recently purchased a recalled product. There are steps you should follow if you have these products in your home. According to FoodSafety.gov, here’s what you should do.

Don’t panic: Most food recalls are not directly linked to a foodborne illness outbreak. Instead, many recalls are initiated because of the potential risk of contamination of the food product. In such cases, food manufacturers often issue a recall as a preventative measure to protect consumers.
Do not eat the food: To ensure your safety, do not consume recalled food products. Always prioritize caution over convenience. Also, do not donate recalled food to food banks and do not feed it to your pets, as they are also susceptible to food poisoning.
Do not open the food: To prevent foodborne illnesses, avoid opening and inspecting food. Bacteria and viruses responsible for such illnesses are invisible, odorless, and tasteless. If you do touch the product, make sure to thoroughly clean your hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds.
Check the recall to see what to do with the food: When a manufacturer issues a recall of a food product, specific instructions are given regarding the handling of the product. These instructions typically include one of the following actions: Return the product to the original place of purchase for a refund. Dispose of the product safely to prevent human or animal consumption, especially if the product has been opened.