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Newsweek
07-08-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Ice Cream Recall Map Shows States With New Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. DFA Dairy Brands, LLC, is recalling the Friendly's brand of Cookies & Cream ice cream due to undeclared soy and wheat concerns. Newsweek reached out to the company via email on Wednesday for comment. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated this year due to the potential for damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. People with a wheat or soy allergy could experience a "serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," the FDA warns. What To Know In the alert, the FDA says that the recalled products were packaged mistakenly in Friendly's Vanilla Bean cartons with a Cookies & Cream lid. The recalled products were distributed through UNFI to retail locations in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia. Below is a map showing the states impacted by the recall: The ice cream was sold in 48-fluid ounce containers with a best-by date of November 26, 2025. No other Friendly's products are impacted by the recall, the FDA alert notes. What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert, in part: "The voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that a limited quantity of Cookies & Cream ice cream was mistakenly packaged in Friendly's Vanilla Bean ice cream cartons that did not identify the soy and wheat ingredients. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported. This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration." In an email to Newsweek in January, the FDA said: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall; the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall. "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return the ice cream to the original place of purchase for a refund, the FDA alert notes. People with additional questions may contact DFA Dairy Brands, LLC, via phone at 800- 587-2259. Further recalls or updates are possible as investigations continue, and consumers are encouraged to monitor FDA alerts for developments.
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Vending Machine Products Recall Map Shows States With New Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Sheehan Brothers Vending is recalling numerous products due to an undeclared sesame allergen missing from the products' labels. Newsweek reached out to the company via phone Thursday for comment and left a voicemail. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated in 2025 due to the potential for damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. People with a sensitivity or allergy to sesame who consume the products potentially risk a "serious or life-threatening allergic reaction," the FDA warns. What To Know According to the alert, the products being recalled are the company's Cheeseburgers, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Italian Mini Subs, Pepperoni Pizza Sub, Chili Cheese Coney and BBQ Riblet w/coleslaw. The products were available in micro markets and vending machine sites in Ohio, northern Kentucky and eastern Indiana from July 2, 2005, to July 8, 2025. All of the products are individually wrapped in plastic, the FDA says. The alert has pictures of the products customers can use to reference. Below is a map of the affected states: What People Are Saying The FDA in their alert, in part: "The issue was discovered during a routine inspection conducted by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. There have been no reports of illnesses involving the product addressed in this recall. However, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Individuals exhibiting signs or symptoms of foodborne illness or allergies should contact a physician immediately." The FDA, in an email to Newsweek in January: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall, the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall." It added: "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers are urged to dispose of the recalled products and call Sheehan Brothers Vending for a replacement, the FDA says, and those with additional questions may contact Matt Ryan of Sheehan via phone at 937-325-2357.
Newsweek
12-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Dried Fruit Recall Map Shows 19 States With New Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Turkana Food Inc. has issued a recall for their dried apricots because the package label does not disclose that the product contains sulfites. Newsweek reached out to the company via phone Thursday and left a voicemail. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated this year due to the potential for the following: damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. What To Know According to the FDA alert, the Floria brand dried apricots have an expiration date of November 2026. The impacted product has a LOT number of 440090478-15-333 that can be found at the bottom of the packaging. The product has a UPC Label of 2539560010 that can be seen on a sticker at the top of the package, the FDA says. The dried apricots were distributed in Florida, Kentucky, Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Tennessee, Massachusetts, Texas, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Maryland, Ohio, Alabama, Missouri and California. There have been no reported illnesses as of Thursday, the FDA says. The alert also has pictures of the recalled product that potential customers can cross reference. Below is a map of the impacted states: What People Are Saying The FDA alert in part: "The recall was the result of a routine sampling performed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and markets which revealed that the finished products contained Sulfites that were not listed on the product labelling. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as FDA and the company continue their investigation to correct the issue with the manufacturer." In an email to Newsweek in January, the FDA said: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall, the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall," the FDA continued. It added: "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled dried apricots are asked not to eat them and return them to the original place of purchase for a refund, the FDA says. People with additional questions may call Turkana Foods Inc. at 908-810-8800 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Churro Recall Map as Warning Issued in 13 States
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Camerican International is recalling boxes of their Aldi Brand Casa Mamita Churro Bites in certain states due to fears of undeclared milk. Newsweek reached out to the company via email Wednesday for comment. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated in 2025 due to the potential for the following: damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. The FDA warns that people with an allergy or sensitivity to milk run the risk of a potentially life-threatening reaction if they eat the recalled churro bites. What To Know In an FDA alert on Tuesday, the churro bites filled with chocolate hazelnut cream were sold at certain Aldi locations in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. The recalled product was packaged in a 7.05-ounce box with a lot number of 01425 and a best by date of July 14, 2025. The FDA says that there have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. Below is a map of the states impacted by the recall: What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert in part: "The recall was initiated after a consumer discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes that has subsequently been corrected." In an email to Newsweek in January, the FDA said: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall, the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall," the FDA continued. It added: "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled product are urged to return it to the original place of purchase for a full refund, the FDA says. People with any additional questions may call the company at 1-201-587-0101 on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Over 4,000 Units of Mac and Cheese Recalled Over Contamination
Gluten-free mac & cheese bites were recalled from frozen foods aisles this month. Feel Good Foods' Three Cheese Mac & Cheese Bites were pulled due to potential metal contamination. See the affected lot numbers below. A recent recall from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is affecting the frozen food aisle. The gluten-free mac & cheese brand Feel Good Foods recalled over 4,000 cases of its gluten-free frozen Three Cheese Mac & Cheese Bites due to possible metal contamination. There wasn't a press release regarding the recall, which was initiated on February 5. However, an FDA Enforcement Report details the case. The 8-ounce boxes were recalled when foreign bits of metal were discovered in some products. Such a cause for the recall is classified as a Class II, meaning that exposure to the affected product could cause 'temporary reversible adverse health consequences,' per the FDA. According to the brand's website, the frozen snacks are sold at grocers throughout the country including Kroger, Thrive Market, Whole Foods, Target, Wegman's, and others. The affected boxes feature best-by dates of 6/19/2026 and 6/20/2026, lot numbers of 24354AV1 and 24355AV1, and the UPC Code 899039002808. The recall is nationwide and ongoing. The FDA did not advise how to respond to contaminated product, however, it is standard practice to throw away damaged goods and contact the retailer of purchase or the manufacturer for next steps. This recall is one of multiple food recalls that have taken place recently, including that of pancake mix, chocolate, baked goods, and more. A new report from Public Interest Research Group found that food recalls doubled in 2024, which food safety experts, understandably, find concerning. 'The statistics are alarming: Foodborne pathogens are responsible for an estimated 3,000 American deaths annually,' Darin Detwiler, L.P.D., author of Food Safety: Past, Present, and Predictions and a professor at Northeastern University previously told Prevention. 'The recent increase in recalls and associated illnesses indicates that consumers face a growing risk of encountering contaminated food products.' It also indicates that more investigation into food contamination is being done with tools that are more advanced than ever, so the increase in discoveries is at least somewhat expected, added Barbara Kowalcyk, Ph.D., associate professor and director of the Institute for Food Safety and Nutrition Security at George Washington University. In other words, 'it's an extremely complex issue,' she said. You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50
