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Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Urgent recall issued for chocolate sold nationwide with ingredient that could kill
The FDA is warning Americans of a popular chocolate treat that could cause a 'life-threatening allergic reaction.' Lipari Foods of Warren, Michigan, is recalling 14oz packages of its JLM Branded Dark Chocolate Nonpareils because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have a milk allergy may be at risk of a severe reaction if they eat the product. The recall was initiated after Lipari Foods was notified by Weaver Nut Company that their product may contain milk but was distributed in packaging that did not reveal its possible presence. The candies were distributed nationwide in retail stores. They come in a 14oz clear plastic containers marked with the lot numbers 28202501A, 29202501A, 23202504A, 14202505A, 15202505A, and 03202506A on the bottom label. Customers who bought the product are urged to discard it or return it to the place of purchase. No illnesses or adverse events have been reported in connection to the recall, according to the FDA. Milk can could cause severe reactions in the 30 to 50million Americans with lactose intolerance and the 7million with dairy allergies. People who are lactose intolerant cannot properly digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. This occurs because their bodies don't produce enough of the enzyme lactase, which is needed to break down lactose. Undigested lactose then travels to the gut and gets fermented by bacteria, leading to digestive distress. Symptoms usually start within 30 minutes to two hours of consuming a dairy product and include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, bloating and gas. Additionally, roughly two percent of Americans - 6.6million - are allergic to milk. Symptoms of an allergy include hives, wheezing, coughing, congestion, face and throat swelling and in severe cases, anaphylaxis. This is a life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs very quickly after being exposed to an allergen. It triggers an extreme immune response, leading to dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath and vomiting. If not treated quickly with epinephrine (adrenaline), which can be administered via injection like an EpiPen or nasal spray, a person can die.
Newsweek
8 hours ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Chocolates Recalled From Stores Nationwide
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. Chocolate products distributed throughout the United States have been recalled. Weaver Nut Company recalled its semi-sweet chocolate nonpareils with white or Christmas-colored seeds, with specific lot codes, because of potential undeclared milk allergens, the company said in a news release published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday. "People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the impacted products," it added. No illnesses have been reported as of the recall date, it said. Newsweek contacted the company via email for the latest update on Friday. Stock photo of chocolate. Stock photo of chocolate. Getty Images Why It Matters Milk is one of the top nine allergens required to be declared by the FDA, and incorrect labeling can put lives at risk, particularly for people with milk allergies or severe sensitivities. What To Know The products were distributed through retail and grocery outlets across the U.S., and consumers are urged to check product lot codes and return or discard any affected items. Weaver's Angela Nolt said the company "is taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of its products." The issue was identified after a wholesale customer submitted a complaint regarding discrepancies with product specifications, the FDA said in its release. Subsequent laboratory testing confirmed the presence of milk proteins in the chocolates, which were labeled as free from milk, it added. The affected chocolate nonpareils were distributed across the United States and sold through various grocery and retail chains. Weaver Nut Company, based in Pennsylvania, said that the recall is a precautionary measure to safeguard public health. The FDA release included pictures of the products: (from left) Nonpareil, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Christmas seeds) and Nonpareils, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (white seeds). The FDA release included pictures of the products: (from left) Nonpareil, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Christmas seeds) and Nonpareils, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (white seeds). Weaver Nut Company Products and Lot Codes Involved Item 47518 - Nonpareil, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (Christmas Seeds): Lot numbers 204206, 204207, 204208, 204209, 204212, 224225 Item D2645 - Nonpareils, Semi-Sweet Chocolate (White Seeds): Lot numbers 204214-RL, 204214, 204215, 224221, 224222, 224223, 135215, 135216, 135217, 135220, 135221, 145204, 145205-1, 145207-1, 145210-1 Consumers who purchased the affected items and have a milk allergy or are purchasing for someone who does are urged not to consume them, the recall notice said. Products should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or discarded. Refunds will be provided regardless of package status (opened or unopened), it added. What Happens Next Weaver Nut Company and the FDA will continue investigating the cause of the undeclared milk and monitor for any reports of illness. Consumers may contact the company directly for updates or further instructions pending regulatory review. For further assistance, consumers can contact Chris Westerhoff, customer service manager at Weaver Nut Company, at 717-738-3781, extension 122, or by email at cwesterhoff@ Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET.
