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Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Enoki Mushrooms Recalled Nationwide for Potential Listeria Contamination—Here's What to Know
If you've recently grabbed some enoki mushrooms, you'll want to check your fridge. Packages of Enoki mushrooms from Hofood99 Inc. have been recalled by the FDA due to potential contamination with Listeria. The mushrooms that were recalled were sold nationwide and packaged in green plastic. They were in a 200-gram package with a UPC Barcode 6 976532 310051 on the back label, distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave., Oakland Gardens, NY 11364. Related: Are Food Recalls Really on the Rise? A Food Microbiologist Weighs In So far, no illnesses have been reported in relation to the mushrooms, but Listeria monocytogenes is a common cause of food safety recalls. Listeria can cause high fevers, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, and diarrhea in healthy people—but infection with listeria can cause stillbirth or miscarriage in pregnant women, and deadly infections in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Related: How to Wash Every Type of Mushroom So They're Safe to Eat If you have the affected products, do not eat them. You can destroy the mushrooms or return them to the store for a full refund. If you have any questions, you can contact Hofood99 at 917-756-9833, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday to Friday. Read the original article on Real Simple
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Mushroom Recall Sparks Nationwide Warning to Customers
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. Hofood99 Inc. is recalling packages of their Enoki Mushrooms due to fears the product may be contaminated with listeria. Newsweek reached out to the company via phone for additional comment on Wednesday 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. The FDA warns that Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that could cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in frail or older people, young children and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria could also lead to stillbirths or miscarriages in pregnant women, the FDA says. What To Know According to the FDA alert, the mushrooms were distributed nationwide to stores and retailers. The recalled mushrooms are sold in 200-gram green plastic packaging with a with UPC Barcode of 6 976532 310051 seen on the back label. No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to the recalled mushrooms. The mushrooms were distributed by Hofood99 Inc., located at 21903 56th Avenue Oakland Gardens, New York 11364. Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert in part: "The contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan and subsequent analysis by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Laboratory Division revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes." 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 mushrooms may return the product to the original place of purchase for a full refund or destroy it, the FDA says. People with additional questions may contact the company at (917) 756-9833 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
This Popular Produce Item Is Being Recalled Nationwide for a Serious Reason—Here's What to Know
In our modern world of mass-consumption, it's only normal that a few issues might slip through the cracks. And while our favorite brands work tirelessly to ensure their products are safe for both handling and consumption, recalls are a necessary solution when a problem does arise. Whether it's an ingredient missing from a label, faulty packaging or a serious health risk, we rely on product recalls to nip any concerning issues in the bud. This week, Harvest NYC Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 200-gram packages of Enoki Mushrooms due to the possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. 😋😋SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter🍳🍔 According to an official company announcement, the contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Buffalo, NY. After further analysis by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory, the presence of Listeria monocytogene was confirmed. The recalled Enoki Mushrooms come in a 200-gram green plastic package marked with UPC Barcode 6975730520101, distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave Oakland Gardens, NY 11364 listed on the back label. These packages were distributed to retail stores nationwide and were purchased by consumers between January 11 and January 31, those unaware, Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and those with a weakened immune system. While a healthy person may only suffer short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women are also possible. As of now, no illnesses have been reported in correlation with the ongoing problem, however, consumers who purchased these products are encouraged to immediately return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. At the very least, throw the recalled product out entirely and do not consume it. Those with further questions regarding the recall can reach out to Harvest NYC Inc. directly at (718) 596-0777. Additionally, images of the product labeling can be found here for your convenience.
