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Yahoo
24-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Publix recalls baby food pouches due to lead levels
The Brief Publix recalled its Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food pouches due to elevated levels of lead. The pouches were sold at over 1,400 stores. The potential contamination was flagged after routine sampling in North Carolina. Publix is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food pouches due to elevated levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Dig deeper Publix recalled 4-ounce Greenwise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food pouches sold at over 1,400 stores. The pouches were produced by Bowman Andros, a French company with a manufacturing plant in Mount Jackson, Virginia, according to the company's website. Publix issued the voluntary recall on May 9, but it wasn't added to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall list until late Thursday. The potential contamination was flagged by officials in North Carolina, the state that first identified a 2023 lead poisoning outbreak linked to tainted applesauce pouches that sickened more than 500 U.S. children. Why you should care Routine sampling of the baby food pouches found lead levels at 13.4 parts per billion, according to North Carolina agriculture officials. That exceeds the FDA's recommended limit of 10 parts per billion for such products intended for babies and young children. No illnesses have been reported, the company said. What you can do Customers can return the pouches to local stores for a full refund. Consumers with additional questions regarding this recall can call 1-800-242-1227 or visit the Publix website. This is the second baby food pouch recall because of potential lead contamination in two months. In March, Target recalled more than 25,000 packages of its store brand Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree because of elevated lead levels. North Carolina collaborates with the FDA to conduct routine testing of food products, officials said. In 2023, state health officials investigated reports of lead poisoning in four children who consumed WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree. Those findings led to the detection of a nationwide outbreak linked to the pouches, which were widely sold in Dollar Tree and other stores. Tests showed they contained lead at levels 2,000 times higher than the FDA's maximum recommended level, as well as chromium. Federal health officials eventually identified 566 cases of confirmed, probable or suspected cases of lead poisoning tied to the pouches in 44 states. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's childhood lead poisoning program investigated the applesauce outbreak and coordinated state and federal response. However, the program was eliminated in April as part of federal funding cuts under the Trump administration. Big picture view There is no safe level of lead exposure, according to the CDC. While the heavy metal is toxic to people of all ages, it can be especially harmful to children, causing damage to the brain and nervous system and slows growth and development. Heavy metals like lead can get into food products from soil, air, water or industrial processes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The Source Information for this article was taken from an announcement on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website, and reporting by The Associated Press. This story was reported from Los Angeles.
Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Publix has recalled baby food due to lead levels. What shoppers should know
Publix has recalled fruit and vegetable baby food sold under its GreenWise brand in Florida and seven other states after testing found elevated amounts of lead. Publix announced the recall on its website on May 9 and it applies to all 1,404 stores in the Lakeland-based chain. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted its recall announcement on Thursday. The problem with lead Exposure to lead, even small amounts, can be harmful to children, especially those ages 6 and younger, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Lead can harm the brain and nervous systems and lead to developmental problems like growth and speech. What to look for The recalled baby food comes in 4-ounce pouches of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food with a best by date of 11/1/2025. The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is 41415-00901. Bowman Andros produced and distributed the baby food from its Virginia plant for Publix. Where was the baby food sold? The Pear, Kiwil, Spinach & Pea Baby Food was sold in the eight states Publix has stores in: Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. How did Publix find the problem? Publix discovered the problem in North Carolina and initiated the recall after routine sampling discovered elevated amounts of lead. North Carolina agricultural officials found levels at 13.4 parts per billion in the samples, according to ABC News. In January, the FDA offered a guidance report that recommended a limit of 10 parts per billion for products intended for babies and young children. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous said in the FDA recall announcement. 'To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.' What you should do Consumers who have purchased the GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food may return the pouches to their local store for a full refund, Brous said. Publix customers with additional questions can call the customer care department at 800-242-1227. Target baby food recall Miami's Fruselva USA recalled two lots of Good & Gather baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree that it manufactures for Target stores nationwide in March. The concern? The possibility it contained too much lead. That Target baby food recall covered lot Nos. 4169 with a best by date of Dec. 9, 2025, and 4167 with a best by date of Dec. 7, 2025. About 25,600 4-ounce bowls were in that recall. Miami Herald reporter David J. Neal contributed to this report.
USA Today
19-05-2025
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- USA Today
Baby food sold at Publix recalled over suspected lead: See which states
Baby food sold at Publix recalled over suspected lead: See which states Show Caption Hide Caption Why food recalls are increasing metal and even a dead bat have been found in recalled food. In fact, food recalls are increasing. Yet, that might actually be a good sign. Here's why. USA TODAY Publix is recalling some baby food due to the potential presence of elevated lead levels, the grocery chain announced. The grocery store chain, one of the largest in the country, has initiated a voluntary recall of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food, produced by Bowman Andros LLC, the company released in a May 9 statement. The affected product was sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and distributed to Publix grocery stores. The chain, which operates about 1,400 stores in eight states, said there had been no reported cases of illness as of the statement. Potentially impacted products have been removed "from all store shelves," Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous said in the statement. Publix did not say how many units of the product were affected but said the recall is being conducted in coordination with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and was triggered by routine sampling. Video: FDA, HHS announce plans to increase testing for heavy metals, contaminates in baby formula What baby food is being recalled? The product has a best-used-by date of Nov. 1, 2025. The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is 41415-00901. What states are impacted by recalled baby food? The recalled baby food was shipped to Publix in the following southern states: Alabama Florida Georgia Kentucky North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee Virginia How much lead is safe for babies? According to the FDA, the metal lead is found in some baby foods. Previous USA TODAY reporting shows a study conducted for the Healthy Babies Bright Futures organization tested 168 baby foods from dozens of brands, including Gerber, Similac and Enfamil, and found that 95% were contaminated with one or more toxic heavy metals. The FDA has also implemented measures to reduce lead levels in baby food, including guidance for industry with action levels for lead in processed food intended for babies and children, as small amounts of lead may affect their behavior, development and academic achievement, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. How to get a refund for recalled baby food Consumers who have purchased affected baby food may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions can call 1-800-242-1227 or visit Contributing: USA TODAY's Bailey Schultz. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
New York Post
19-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Publix recalls baby food pouches over suspected lead presence
Publix Super Markets has issued a voluntary recall of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food due to the potential presence of elevated lead levels, the company announced last week. The product, manufactured by Bowman Andros LLC and distributed exclusively to Publix stores, was sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and is labeled with a 'best if used by' date of November 1, 2025. It carries the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) 41415-00901. Advertisement The recall impacts stores across Publix's eight-state footprint, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. Publix has issued a voluntary recall of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food. Publix According to the company, the recall, which is being conducted in coordination with the Food and Drug Administration, was triggered by routine sampling. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' Maria Brous, Publix's director of communications, said in a statement. Advertisement 'To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.' Publix is urging customers who purchased the affected baby food to return it to their local store for a full refund. Those seeking more information can contact Publix's customer care line toll-free at 1-800-242-1227 or visit the company's website at Lead exposure can be particularly harmful to infants and young children, with potential health risks including developmental delays and behavioral issues. Advertisement The FDA has tightened oversight in recent years on heavy metal content in baby food, prompting heightened industry testing and voluntary recalls like this one. The recall impacts stores across Publix's eight-state footprint, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. Christopher Sadowski Publix, the largest employee-owned company in the United States, operates 1,404 stores and employs more than 260,000 associates. The grocery chain has built a reputation for food safety, quality and customer service and has been named to Fortune's list of best places to work for 28 consecutive years. Advertisement This latest recall follows a series of heightened concerns nationwide about contaminants in baby food, which have led to increased scrutiny from regulators, pediatricians and consumer safety groups. Consumers who suspect they may have purchased the recalled product are encouraged to check the packaging carefully and discontinue use if the GTIN and expiration date match the recalled batch. No other GreenWise or Publix baby food products are affected by the recall.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Publix recalls baby food due to possibility of high lead levels
Publix has issued a voluntary recall of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food. It is sold in 4-ounce pouches and has the potential to be contaminated with elevated lead levels. It is marked with a GTIN number 41415-00901 and a 'best if used by' date of 11/01/2025. The company is recalling the product from stores throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. 'To date, there have been no reported cases of illness. 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 [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 'I have plans for that money': Woman says Truist Bank is holding $30,000 of her money hostage Kemp signs bill that could make Fulton County residents foot the bill for Trump's GA legal fees EPA announces rollback on forever chemical limits. What that means for your drinking water [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
