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Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
US grocery chain recalls baby food pouches due to possible lead contamination
Publix, a nationwide supermarket chain, has issued a voluntary recall of baby food over potential lead contamination. The popular grocery store announced this week that pouches of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food were being pulled from shelves. 'The product is sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead,' a press release stated. 'This recall is being initiated as a result of routine sampling and is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration,' it added. In a statement, Maria Brous, Publix Director of Communications, said there had been no reported cases of illness from the recalled food pouches. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' she said. 'Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our customer care department toll-free at 1-800-242-1227 or visit our website at Publix, the largest employee-owned company in the U.S. with more than 260,000 associates, currently operates 1,404 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. This recall comes less than a month after Target issued a similar recall over its Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree. More than 25,000 packages of the baby food, sold in 4-ounce tubs, were affected by the recall, which was initiated due to potentially elevated levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recall was listed as Class II, which means the products are unlikely to cause serious harm, but still have the potential to result in temporary or reversible problems. There is no safe level of exposure to lead for children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Exposure to the heavy metal can cause developmental and cognitive problems. Earlier this week, Wells Enterprises, also known as Wells Dairy, issued a voluntary recall of 22 different types of ice cream and frozen yogurt treats due to the possible 'presence of plastic' in more than 17,000 tubs. You can find a full list of all the recalled flavors here.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
US grocery chain recalls baby food pouches due to possible lead contamination
Publix, a nationwide supermarket chain, has issued a voluntary recall of baby food over potential lead contamination. The popular grocery store announced this week that pouches of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food were being pulled from shelves. 'The product is sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead,' a press release stated. 'This recall is being initiated as a result of routine sampling and is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration,' it added. In a statement, Maria Brous, Publix Director of Communications, said there had been no reported cases of illness from the recalled food pouches. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' she said. 'Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our customer care department toll-free at 1-800-242-1227 or visit our website at Publix, the largest employee-owned company in the U.S. with more than 260,000 associates, currently operates 1,404 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. This recall comes less than a month after Target issued a similar recall over its Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree. More than 25,000 packages of the baby food, sold in 4-ounce tubs, were affected by the recall, which was initiated due to potentially elevated levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recall was listed as Class II, which means the products are unlikely to cause serious harm, but still have the potential to result in temporary or reversible problems. There is no safe level of exposure to lead for children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Exposure to the heavy metal can cause developmental and cognitive problems. Earlier this week, Wells Enterprises, also known as Wells Dairy, issued a voluntary recall of 22 different types of ice cream and frozen yogurt treats due to the possible 'presence of plastic' in more than 17,000 tubs. You can find a full list of all the recalled flavors here.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Parents, Check Your Pantries — Target Just Recalled a Baby Food Brand Due To Lead
If your baby is eating store-bought baby food, then you need to check your pantries right now. Target just recalled some of their Good & Gather baby food due to an 'elevated level of lead,' and you don't want to feed your baby this food. According to the Food & Drug Administration, 25,600 units of the 4-ounce Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree baby food for babies 6 months and older has been recalled nationwide due to an 'elevated level of lead.' More from SheKnows Pet Parents of Smaller Dogs Will Love This Set of Adjustable Stairs for Couches, Beds, & More - Save 30% Today This voluntary nationwide recall affects products with the UPC code 1 91907-99314 1, with lot number 4169 and 'best by' date of Dec. 9, 2025, and lot number 4167 by Dec. 7, 2025. None of the affected baby food products are being sold right now. This baby food product was initially recalled on March 12 and was classified as a Class II recall on April 3. This designation means that '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.' The CDC says that children under 6 are at the greatest risk of health problems from lead exposure. This includes possible damage to the brain and nervous system, slowed growth and development, learning and behavior problems, and hearing and speech problems. If you think your child was exposed to lead, take them to the pediatrician to get a blood test. A Target spokesperson told ABC News on Wednesday, 'At Target, we're committed to providing safe, high-quality products for our guests. We require our suppliers to comply with all applicable food safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations. This recall involved a limited amount of product, which we took immediate action to remove from our shelves.' One of the great things about baby food purees is that they are shelf-stable for a while. This means you can stock up on a variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains for your little eater and even pass on unused jars to your friends with babies. But when a recall is announced, it's important to double check to make sure you don't have the affected food on your shelf because you may not even remember buying it. If you do have this product, throw it out or contact Target Guest Relations at (800) 440-0680 or visit a Target location for a full refund. These make mealtime so much easier. Best of SheKnows 28 Celebrity Moms Who Put Their Hollywood Careers on Hold to Stay Home With Their Kids Netflix's Bad Influence Isn't Just About Kidfluencers — It's About Every Parent Who's Ever Hit 'Post' Exclusive: 20 Celebrity Moms Reveal the Best Way Motherhood Has Changed Them
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Target baby food is recalled over lead contamination
A company that makes baby food sold under a Target store brand is recalling more than 25,000 packages of a product because it may contain elevated levels of lead. Miami-based Fruselva issued the recall in March for Target's Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree, sold in 4-ounce tubs, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The packages include lot number 4167, with a best-by date of Dec. 7, and lot number 4169, with a best-by date of Dec. 9. Consumers should not feed babies the products. The recall is listed as Class II, which means the products are unlikely to cause serious harm, but still have the potential to result in temporary or reversible problems. There is no safe level of exposure to lead for children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Exposure to the heavy metal can cause developmental and cognitive problems. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
The Independent
15-04-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Target baby food is recalled over lead contamination
A company that makes baby food sold under a Target store brand is recalling more than 25,000 packages of a product because it may contain elevated levels of lead. Miami-based Fruselva issued the recall in March for Target's Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree, sold in 4-ounce tubs, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The packages include lot number 4167, with a best-by date of Dec. 7, and lot number 4169, with a best-by date of Dec. 9. Consumers should not feed babies the products. The recall is listed as Class II, which means the products are unlikely to cause serious harm, but still have the potential to result in temporary or reversible problems. There is no safe level of exposure to lead for children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Exposure to the heavy metal can cause developmental and cognitive problems. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
