Recall: Natural Grocers Amaranth Grain Organic May Contain Salmonella

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Recalling firmVitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.4403 Table Mountain Dr, N/A · Golden, CO 80403-1636

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What happened, in plain English

Natural Grocers' Amaranth Grain Organic (1 lb) is recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness if consumed. The recall is for products sold with the specific UPC code.

Why it’s dangerous

Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The product may be contaminated during manufacturing or handling, especially if not properly rinsed before cooking.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Natural Grocers Amaranth Grain Organic (1 lb) with UPC 000080125501. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of foodborne illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product label with cooking instructions: 'RINSE 1C GRAIN. BRING 3C WATER TO BOIL...' and UPC 000080125501. The product is sold in plastic bags with a net weight of 1 lb (454g).

Brand
Natural Grocers
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Label
Look for the label with cooking instructions: 'RINSE 1C GRAIN. BRING 3C WATER TO BOIL...' and UPC 000080125501.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The product may be contaminated with Salmonella, so it is not safe to consume without following the recall instructions.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check the product label for the UPC code 000080125501. If it matches, contact Natural Grocers for guidance.

How can I avoid getting sick from this product?

Rinse the grain before cooking as instructed, but the recall means the product may still be contaminated.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Natural Grocers to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall F-1511-2022 — Natural Grocers Natural Grocers

Hello,

I own a Natural Grocers that is covered by recall F-1511-2022 from Natural Grocers.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-1511-2022 (July 21, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1511-2022 to see it in context.
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Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. recalls Amaranth Grain Organic, brand Natural Grocers, packaged in plastic bag, net wt. 1 LB (454g) UPC 0 00080 12550 1. Label

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