April 25, 2022 – According to the FDA, Alpine Inflush is recalling green bean bags sold in national chains due to the potential risk of Listeria contamination.
The £ 1 green bean bag sold under the “Hippie Organics” label was sold at Aldi, Lidl, and Whole Foods. On the back of the affected clear plastic bag is a small white label with lot number “313-626”.
“No illness has been reported so far in connection with this issue,” said the recall notice. “The problem turned out to be limited to the identified lot, and the company took corrective action to prevent a recurrence.”
Routine testing confirms potential contamination Listeria monocytogenes Lot number 313-626. Bacteria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in infants, the elderly, and others with weakened immune systems.
In healthy people, Listeria infections can cause short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. However, according to the recall notice, infections in pregnant women can cause miscarriage and stillbirth.
According to United Press International, Listeria contamination can be found in packaged vegetables. Earlier this year, the CDC investigated outbreaks associated with packaged doll-branded salads. This was associated with 2 deaths and 17 illnesses.
The recalled “Hippie Organics 1lbs French Beans” are Aldi (Florida), Lidl (Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia), and Whole Foods. Distributed in (Norcross, Florida, Georgia). , Illinois, Maryland).
If you purchased green beans, you can return them to the place of purchase for a full refund, following the recall notice. Consumers with questions can also contact Alpine Inflush at 866-827-3362.
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