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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Popular sweetener recalled over labeling mix-up as FDA issues warning
Double check your sweetener before adding it to your coffee or tea. NuNaturals, a company known for its zero-sugar sweeteners, baking items, and other goods, issued a voluntary recall of certain Organic Monk Fruit and Stevia sweeteners in July. A labeling mix-up revealed that bottles labeled as Stevia were filled with the monk fruit sweetener and vice versa. Now, the recall has been elevated by the FDA to a Class II, the second-highest risk level. A Class II recall is 'a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,' according to the FDA. The mislabeling can pose a serious health risk to those allergic to ragweed and related plants, as they may have a sensitivity to stevia. Monk fruit allergies, though rare according to WebMD, are also possible. The severity of an allergic reaction can vary from mild irritation to potential complications including anaphylaxis, resulting in respiratory problems. NuNaturals said 78 bottles of the Monk Fruit and 78 bottles of the Stevia sweeteners were affected by the recall. Affected Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener bottles have the UPC code: 7 39223 00187 and lot number: 25104S. Organic Pure Stevia bottles have the UPC code: 7 39223 00204 0 and lot number: 25104S. Specific information on where the mislabeled bottles were sold was not made available. The NuNautrals recall is the latest in a string of mislabelling recalls affecting consumers. In late July, High Noon Hard Seltzers were recalled over a labeling error. Some cans, filled with High Noon Vodka Seltzer, were mislabeled as the non-alcoholic Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink, Sparkling Blue Razz Edition. As a result, drinking the beverage in these cans can result in unintentional alcohol consumption. However, no illnesses or adverse events have been reported to date. Prior to that, a voluntary recall was initiated July 14 by food ingredient company Bunge North America, affecting 1,800 cases of its NH European Style Butter Blend, which did not declare milk as an allergen on the label. Over 64,000 pounds of the contaminated butter was sent to 12 distribution centers located throughout the U.S., as well as a single distribution center located in the Dominican Republic. Affected cases were packaged in white paperboard and contained 36 blocks. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Popular sweetener recalled over labeling mix-up as FDA issues warning
Double check your sweetener before adding it to your coffee or tea. NuNaturals, a company known for its zero-sugar sweeteners, baking items, and other goods, issued a voluntary recall of certain Organic Monk Fruit and Stevia sweeteners in July. A labeling mix-up revealed that bottles labeled as Stevia were filled with the monk fruit sweetener and vice versa. Now, the recall has been elevated by the FDA to a Class II, the second-highest risk level. A Class II recall is 'a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,' according to the FDA. The mislabeling can pose a serious health risk to those allergic to ragweed and related plants, as they may have a sensitivity to stevia. Monk fruit allergies, though rare according to WebMD, are also possible. The severity of an allergic reaction can vary from mild irritation to potential complications including anaphylaxis, resulting in respiratory problems. NuNaturals said 78 bottles of the Monk Fruit and 78 bottles of the Stevia sweeteners were affected by the recall. Affected Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener bottles have the UPC code: 7 39223 00187 and lot number: 25104S. Organic Pure Stevia bottles have the UPC code: 7 39223 00204 0 and lot number: 25104S. Specific information on where the mislabeled bottles were sold was not made available. The NuNautrals recall is the latest in a string of mislabelling recalls affecting consumers. In late July, High Noon Hard Seltzers were recalled over a labeling error. Some cans, filled with High Noon Vodka Seltzer, were mislabeled as the non-alcoholic Celsius Astro Vibe Energy Drink, Sparkling Blue Razz Edition. As a result, drinking the beverage in these cans can result in unintentional alcohol consumption. However, no illnesses or adverse events have been reported to date. Prior to that, a voluntary recall was initiated July 14 by food ingredient company Bunge North America, affecting 1,800 cases of its NH European Style Butter Blend, which did not declare milk as an allergen on the label. Over 64,000 pounds of the contaminated butter was sent to 12 distribution centers located throughout the U.S., as well as a single distribution center located in the Dominican Republic. Affected cases were packaged in white paperboard and contained 36 blocks.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Monk Fruit Recall Alert: FDA Says You Might Be Eating Stevia Instead
Monk Fruit Recall Alert: FDA Says You Might Be Eating Stevia Instead originally appeared on Parade. A sweetener swap you didn't sign up for just got the FDA's second-highest risk warning. Bottles of monk fruit and stevia from NuNaturals, Inc. were accidentally mislabeled—meaning you might be spooning the wrong sweetener into your coffee. The company issued a voluntary nationwide recall on July 14, and the FDA officially classified it as a Class II recall on August 1. So, what actually happened? NEWS ALERT🚨: RECALL FOR ORGANIC FOODS…AGAIN!Recall for Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener on July 14. The FDA later issued a Class II risk classification for the recall on August 1. — Norman Buntz (@normanbuntzhsb) August 7, 2025 In short: the labels got swapped. Some bottles labeled Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener were actually filled with stevia, and some labeled Organic Pure Stevia had monk fruit inside instead. According to NuNaturals, 78 bottles of each product are affected. Both share lot number 25104S and a best-by date of April 2028. The monk fruit version has UPC 7 39223 00187 6 (0.71 oz), and the stevia version has UPC 7 39223 00204 0 (1 oz). All were packaged in plastic bottles with white caps and sold nationwide. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 The FDA's website says a Class II recall is issued when 'use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.' In other words, it's not likely to be life-threatening, but it's still something to take seriously, especially if you have allergies. People who are sensitive to ragweed and related plants may also react to stevia—a risk flagged by Verywell Health. Monk fruit allergies are rare, but not impossible. The Independent notes that reactions can range from mild irritation to more serious issues like anaphylaxis. 💪 SIGN UP for tips to stay healthy & fit with the top moves, clean eats, health trends & more delivered right to your inbox twice a week 💪 This isn't the only label mix-up the FDA's flagged recently. On July 30, High Noon recalled some vodka seltzers that were accidentally labeled as non-alcoholic Celsius energy drinks, due to a packaging mix-up with a shared supplier. And just a couple of weeks earlier, Bunge North America pulled 64,800 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after the label failed to list milk, a major allergen. That recall was later upgraded to Class II by the FDA on July 30. Monk Fruit Recall Alert: FDA Says You Might Be Eating Stevia Instead first appeared on Parade on Aug 7, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
5 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
FDA issues warning as NuNaturals sweeteners recalled because of mislabeling
Two different recalls of NuNaturals sugar-free products were recently given the second-highest risk warning by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. NuNaturals, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall for certain lots of its Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener for a labeling mishap on July 14. Products labeled as Organic Pure Stevia actually contained Monk Fruit powder, while products labeled as Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener contained Stevia powder. Both recalls were given a Class II risk warning on Aug. 1. NuNaturals recalled a total of 156 bottles, consisting of 78 Organic Pure Stevia bottles and 78 Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener bottles. Both products were sold and distributed to retailers nationwide. It's not immediately clear what led up to the labelling error, or if the recalls impacted any consumers. USA TODAY reached out to the Eugene, Oregon-based company for comment. Here's what to know about the NuNaturals recall, including what to do with affected products. What is a Class II recall? According tothe FDA, a Class II recall denotes a "situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote." NuNaturals recall: Affected products, remedy A batch of two different NuNaturals sugar-free sweetener products, including Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener, was impacted by the recall, which was initiated on July 14. Relevant information about each product, including best-by dates and universal product codes, is listed below. Organic Pure Stevia - 1 oz: Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener - 0.71 oz: The FDA and NuNaturals, Inc. have yet to offer guidance on what to do with the affected product or products, but USA TODAY has reached out to request clarification.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Health
- The Independent
Health risk warning issued as popular sweetener is recalled
NuNaturals has issued a voluntary recall for specific Organic Monk Fruit and Stevia sweeteners due to a labelling error. The recall was elevated to a Class II by the FDA, indicating a potential for temporary or reversible adverse health consequences. The mislabelling poses a health risk to individuals with allergies to ragweed, related plants, or monk fruit, potentially causing reactions from irritation to anaphylaxis. The recall affects 78 bottles each of the Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener and Organic Pure Stevia, with specific UPC codes and lot numbers identified. This incident is part of a recent series of product mislabelling recalls, though no illnesses or adverse events have been reported for the NuNaturals products to date.
