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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Major grocery store chain issues urgent recall on products over contamination — here's what you need to know
German-owned discount retailer Lidl has issued an urgent recall to its UK stores due to concerns that some of its products have been contaminated by plastic. Lidl is one of the most popular supermarket chains in the UK, with 980 branches in operation since it first opened in 1994. The recall was issued on May 15 by the UK Food Standards Agency and concerns packs of snack bars made by Alesto. The warning covers four products: cocoa & orange, blueberry muffin, salted caramel, and berry raw fruit and nut bars with the best before date of November to December 2025. The risk statement informed about "the possible presence of pieces of plastic in the products which makes them unsafe to eat." The company has urged customers who may have purchased the snacks to return them to the store for a full refund. Recalls for unsafe food products happen quite regularly, and plastic contamination is becoming an increasingly common cause. While it might be a practical and cheap material for packaging, it comes with risks to consumer health and the environment. As it breaks down, it releases microplastics, which have been found in every corner of the planet. Although the actual long-term effects of microplastic contamination are still not fully understood, experts have linked it to a range of health issues. These include respiratory problems, digestive issues, reproductive concerns, and cardiovascular risks. It's not just packaging that can lead to microplastic contamination. Because plastics are so ubiquitous, production has doubled in the last decade, according to Our World in Data. They get into the food supply through the soil that grows vegetables and the oceans that produce seafood. Food recalls help maintain safety, but this instance, and many others like it, highlight the urgency of reducing plastic use. Further research into the long-term effects of microplastics and coordinated action against their use are also needed. Additionally, plastic containers should not be used for food, and consumers should try to make wise, sustainable shopping choices at the supermarket. Should grocery stores donate food that's past its sell-by date? Yes — as long as it's not bad Yes — but only certain foods Only if it doesn't cost the store No — it could lead to problems Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for easy tips to save more and waste less, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Lidl issues urgent warning as supermarket recalls popular snack
Supermarket giant Lidl has been forced to recall four of its products due to concerns for the health of cutomers after pieces of plastic were found, according to an alert Lidl has been forced to recall four of its products because they were deemed unsafe to eat. Types of Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut Bars products were recalled because they might contain pieces of plastic, rendering them unsafe according to an alert issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA). The four products affected are as follows: Alesto Cocoa & Orange 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars; Alesto Blueberry Muffin 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars; Alesto Salted Caramel 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars and Alesto Berry 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars. Each of the pack sizes are 5x35g and have the batch codes L24316 and L24337. The risk statement recorded by the FSA said the recall was due to the 'the possible presence of pieces of plastic in the products which makes them unsafe to eat', adding 'if you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it'. Customers who have bought the product are urged to return it to the nearest store for a full refund. It is not clear how plastic made its way into the product. A previous note from the supermarket giant said: "We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation." The FSA said: ' Lidl is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products.' Recalls are not uncommon and two were made on the same day, according to FSA records. This includes an extension to a recall of cooked chicken products in Northern Ireland. SPAR Northern Ireland extended the recall of its Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Pieces, Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Pieces, Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Slices, Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Slices, Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Fillets. This is due to the presence of Listeria, which can cause a 'high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea' and meningitis in severe cases. Listeria was also behind a recall of Le Superbe Raclette cheese in Tesco stores only. Producer Castelli UK Ltd recalled the product. The packs can be identified as 150g packets with a best before date of May 12. The risk statement warned: 'Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.'
Metro
16-05-2025
- Health
- Metro
Major supermarket issues 'do not eat' warning over fruit and nut bars
A UK supermarket is recalling four types of its fruit and nut bars over fears they could contain pieces of plastic. Lidl GB is recalling its Alesto Raw Fruit and Nut Bars in the Cocoa and Orange, Blueberry Muffin, Salted Caramel and Berry varieties. The recall impacts five-packs of the 35g bars, with two sets of best before dates. It includes all stock with the best before date of December 2025 with batch code L24337, and packs with the best before date of November 2025 with batch code L24316. Lidl says no other Alesto products in its UK stores are affected by the recall. A spokesperson for the supermarket said: 'Lidl GB is recalling the above mentioned product due to the potential presence of plastic foreign bodies which may present a choking hazard. 'If you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it. More Trending 'Customers are asked to return this product to the nearest store where a full refund will be given. 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' In other recent recall news, SPAR has been forced to recall a number of chicken products over 'diarrhoea and meningitis' fears. Tesco has recalled a popular cheese product over fears it could contain deadly bacteria, while elsewhere thousands of crisp packets were urgently recalled due to concerns customers could develop 'swelling and hives'. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Urgent recall of soups, rice and porridge mixes over 'life-threatening' risk in US MORE: Urgent recall for baby food in the US over fears of lead contamination MORE: Urgent recall for sandwiches and snacks over listeria outbreak with 10 hospitalized in US
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Full list of products recalled this week, including Lidl cereal bars, Spar chicken and a Smyths toy
Several products have been recalled across the UK this week, ranging from chicken to bicycles. Product recalls are conducted by the government for a variety of reasons and are usually handled by the Food Standards Agency or the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If a product you have purchased has been recalled, you have the right to get the item repaired, replaced or refunded by the store you bought it from. Here are all of the product recalled for the past week: Four Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut Bars products because they may contain pieces of plastic. The affected products are Alesto Cocoa & Orange 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars Alesto Blueberry Muffin 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars Alesto Berry 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars Alesto Salted Caramel 5 Raw Fruit & Nut Bars They all have Batch code: L24316 L24337 and are best before 'November 2025 December 2025'. Do not eat of the products and, instead, return them to the store for a refund. No other Alesto products are affected. This collection of magic tricks is being recalled due to a choking hazard. The small eyes of the rabbit toy included in the box can become easily detached and may present a choking hazard for younger children. Smyths has recalled the following batch does: 2401-6009ML-BK, 2406-6009ML-BK, 2407-6009ML-BK, 2408-6009ML-BK. Symths said customers should stop using the item completely and keep it out of the way of small children. The item should be returned to a Smyths toys store for a full refund. Several chicken products sold in SPARs in Northern Ireland were recalled on 12 May. The products recalled are: SPAR Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Pieces SPAR Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Slices SPAR Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Fillets All of the products have the batch code 5126 and a use-by date of 21 May. In addition, SPAR Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Pieces and SPAR Enjoy Local Cooked Chicken Slices with a batch code of 5128 have been recalled. They were recalled after Listeria monocytogenes was found in the products. Symptoms caused by Listeria can be similar to flu, but in rare cases, the infection can be more severe causing serious complications like meningitis. Older people, newborn babies, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems are more vulnerable to a listeria infection. The products should be returned to the stores where they were bought, where customers will be given a full refund. A receipt is not required for the refund. They can also call SPAR customer service on 0289 034 2733. The Giovanni Rana - La Famiglia Rana Slow-Cooked Braised Beef Lasagne ready meal is being recalled due to a packaging error. Some of the beef lasagne packages have been filled with Rana's Prawn & Lobster Lasagne, presenting a risk to people with crustacean allergies. The 700g package has the batch code L0B510816 and use-by date of 17 June. The notice advises people with crustacean allergies not to eat the product and return it to the store it was purchased for a full refund. A receipt is not required for the refund. This Castelli cheese has been recalled across the UK due to Listeria monocytogenes being found in the product. The 150g package has a best-before date of 12 May. Castelli UK has recalled the product, and customers should return it to the store where they purchased it for a full refund. A receipt is not required for the refund. These pitta chips are being recalled because they contain celery and mustard, which are not mentioned on the label, presenting an allergy risk. The packages have a batch code of either 290525 or 300525 and best-before dates of 28, 29, or 30 May 2025. The recall notice advises people with a celery or mustard allergy not to eat the product and return it to the store it was purchased from for a full refund. A receipt is not required for the refund. The electric Cowboy E Bike Model C4 ST is being recalled across the UK due to the risk of serious injury caused by weak welded joints. The product recall notice says: "The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the welded joint between the headtube and downtube can fail. "This could cause the frame to break, which could result in a fall and injuries to the user." The Office for Product Safety and Standards said it broke the safety requirements set out in the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 Act. The Belgian-made electric bike has now been recalled by Cowboy SA. The company said the serial number and exact model of the bike can be identified through the app that customers are encouraged to download when they purchase the bike. Cowboy SA also said they would be sending notifications through the app to customers. They said they would replace the frame free of charge.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Do not eat': Lidl recall as popular snack may contain 'pieces of plastic'
Shoppers at Lidl have been warned not to eat a popular snack that may be 'unsafe to eat' as it could contain pieces of plastic. The supermarket has recalled a number of Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut bars because of the possible presence of plastic. Four flavours of the bars are affected by the recall; the cocoa and orange, blueberry muffin, salted caramel, and berry flavoured bars have all been recalled. The affected bars have batch codes of L24316 and L24337, and best before dates of November 2025 and December 2025. Thursday 15 May: @LidlGB recalls Alesto Raw Fruit & Nut Bars because of the possible presence of pieces of plastic #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) May 15, 2025 A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency warned shoppers who had purchased the bars not to eat them. They said: 'Lidl is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. 'These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the products. 'If you have bought any of the above products do not consume them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. 'For further information, please contact Lidl Customer Care on or 0203 966 5566.' A Lidl spokesman added: 'Lidl GB is recalling the products due to potential presence of plastic foreign bodies which may present a choking hazard. 'If you have bought the above product we advise you not to eat it. 'We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.' If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product). The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food. In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific actions to be taken on behalf of consumers.
