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Indianapolis Star
5 hours ago
- Health
- Indianapolis Star
Firehook crackers recalled: See list of affected states
Firehook of Virginia is voluntarily recalling one lot of its artisan-baked crackers because the product may contain undeclared sesame, a known allergen. The affected products, also known as Firehook's Classic Sea Salt Organic Crackers, were sold at retail stores in 11 states, including Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia. The recall was initiated on May 30 after the company discovered that the "sesame-containing product" was placed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the ingredient. The Alexandria, Virginia-based company issued a formal notice, shared with the Food & Drug Administration, on June 4. The error was the result of a "temporary breakdown" in the company's production and packaging process, which caused the wrong labels to be applied to the product, Firehook of Virginia's subsequent investigation found. "People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," reads the company's notice. However, no illnesses have been reported to date. Here's what to know about the Firehook crackers recall. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Recall alert: Millions of brown eggs sold recalled: See list of affected products Consumers who have purchased the product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or to toss the product. The company urges consumers who have purchased the product to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. (Consumers may also toss the product if they are not interested in a refund.) Relevant product information, including the best by date, universal product code, and the look of the packaging, can be found below. Product information:
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Dr. Pepper Is Being Recalled Right Now—Here's What to Know
Over 19,000 cases of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar are being recalled. This is because select cans of the 'zero sugar' product may contain sugar. The recalled soda was sold in three an ongoing recall on Dr. Pepper products, according to the Food & Drug Administration. This is due to mislabeling for their zero-sugar soda. The products impacted by this recall are Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar aluminum cans sold in 12- and 24-packs. Approximately 19,203 cases were affected and were sold at retail locations in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina. The recalled cases contain a production code of 'XXXXRS05165' and best-by date of February 16, 2026, printed on the packaging. Although the soda is labeled to be 'zero sugar,' the cans may contain the full-sugar product, thus the recall. The FDA just classified this recall as a Class II, meaning that the recalled product could cause 'temporary health consequences' if consumed. Check your Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar, and if it contains the recall information, dispose of it or return it to your place of purchase for a potential refund. For questions about this recall, call 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332). Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Your Favorite Snacks May Soon Carry An Alarming Warning Label In Texas. Here's What You Need To Know
If you're a lover of Doritos, Sour Patch Kids, and dozens of other popular snack foods, your favorite treats might soon carry a shocking warning label in Texas. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made targeting additives a key part of his "Make America Healthy Again" initiative to improve America's food supply, setting off a wave of legislation and government action. The controversial red dye no. 3 was banned in January 2025, and the Food & Drug Administration has started working with food companies on the voluntary removal of other synthetic ingredients and dyes. But some states are taking things even farther, and in Texas, allies of Kennedy are looking to add a warning label to many products that would say they are not recommended for human consumption. The warning label would be an extraordinary step, not just because of how strong it is but because it is based on regulations from other countries, not the U.S. According to USA Today, the warning label would read "WARNING: This product contains an ingredient that is not recommended for human consumption by the appropriate authority in Australia, Canada, the European Union, or the United Kingdom." The label would apply to 44 ingredients that have been banned or have warning labels in other countries. If passed, the regulation will affect popular brands like M&Ms, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, and many chips, packaged baked goods, breakfast cereals, and even less snacky foods like frozen dinners and hot dogs. Read more: The Most Iconic Snack In Every State The disparity between American food regulations and other countries, especially in Europe, has long been a sore spot for activists fighting for cleaner food. This is because the U.S. takes a much different, more hands-off approach to regulating food additives and ingredients. In the EU new ingredients are assumed to be unhealthy and must be proven to be safe before they are added to food. In the U.S., it's the opposite, and new ingredients are assumed to be safe unless proven dangerous through more rigorous scientific testing. This has created a long list of ingredients that are banned in foreign countries that are allowed in the U.S. and is the reason why some American products like Gatorade are banned in certain European countries. Representatives from the food industry have argued against the pending legislation, arguing that the ingredients lists are considered safe by the FDA and that the regulation will increase costs for consumers. The actual level of danger of many of these ingredients is still a source of contentious debate, but some on the list, like potassium bromate, have been linked with side effects like tumor growth. It's still unclear whether the law will pass or if Texas Governor Greg Abbott will veto the bill, but with a state as big as Texas considering a bill like this, America could be taking the first steps towards more stringent European-style regulation of food. Read the original article on Tasting Table.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Martinelli's recalls apple juice bottles over risk of toxic fungi
Martinelli's is recalling more than 170,000 apple juice bottles over possible contamination from patulin, a toxic substance produced by fungi. The recall covers the company's well-known round, glass bottles that were distributed in 28 states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. 'In 2024, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) routine testing indicated that one lot of 10-ounce Martinelli's Apple Juice glass bottles (in 4-packs only) produced in December 2023 may contain elevated levels of Patulin, a naturally occurring substance produced by molds that can grow in apples,' the statement read. The affected bottles have a 'best by' date of December 5, 2026, according to the FDA 'At S. Martinelli & Company, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, and the health and safety of our customers remains our greatest priority,' the company said. Patulin is a type of toxic substance that comes from fungi and molds that grow on fruit, grains and cheese. The most-common type of patulin is in apple juice or cider, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 'The risk of patulin contamination increases when companies use moldy apples to make apple juice,' the CDC said. 'Pasteurization won't get rid of patulin. Drinking the contaminated apple juice can cause nausea, vomiting, and possibly damage the DNA in some body cells.' The FDA said the risk of serious health consequences 'is remote.' No health issues related to the recall have been reported, the company said.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
California residents can now purchase generic Narcan for $24 via state prescription site
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that California residents can now buy naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, for $24 through the state's prescription website, CalRx. Naloxone is a medication that blocks the effects of opioids and can quickly reverse an overdose. 'Life-saving medications shouldn't come with a life-altering price tag. CalRx is about making essential drugs like naloxone affordable and accessible for all — not the privileged few,' Newsom said in a statement. Amid rise in overdoses, Los Angeles Unified School District to make naloxone available at all K-12 schools The announcement comes after a program launched last year that made naloxone available to government entities and businesses. The initiative is also a part of Newsom's plan to crack down on opioid use. Similarly, a bill signed into law by Newsom last year may require California workplaces to have naloxone or any similar medication approved by the Food & Drug Administration available in first aid kits by 2028. According to the governor's office, for the first time in California, data through June 2024 showed a decline in synthetic opioid-related overdose deaths from drugs such as fentanyl and tramadol. This is a reversal from a trend of increased synthetic opioid-related deaths in the state from 2018 through June 2023. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
