Garden of Life recalls organic vanilla powder and meal replacement products due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check lot codes and contact the company for details.
Products possibly contaminated with Salmonella
Garden of Life is recalling organic vanilla powder and meal replacement products that may be contaminated with Salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness, so affected consumers should stop using the products and contact the company for instructions.
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Contaminated products may pose a risk if eaten, especially for those with compromised immune systems.
Anyone who purchased Garden of Life organic vanilla powder or meal replacement products with the listed lot codes from 2017 is affected. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of foodborne illness.
Check the product label for lot codes: 47216100 (09/01/2017), 47225500 (09/01/2017), 47198601 (09/30/2017), and other dates listed in the recall notice. The products are packaged in plastic bottles with colored labels.
Look for the lot code on the product label, which includes dates like 47216100 (09/01/2017) or 47225600 (09/30/2017).
Reach out to Garden of Life directly for specific guidance on what to do with the recalled products.
The products may be contaminated with Salmonella, so they are not safe to eat. Affected consumers should stop using them and contact Garden of Life for instructions.
Check the lot code on the product label and contact Garden of Life for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled items.
Look for lot codes listed in the recall notice, such as 47216100 (09/01/2017) or 47225600 (09/30/2017), on the product label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Garden of Life to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1327-2016 — Garden of Life Garden of Life Hello, I own a Garden of Life that is covered by recall F-1327-2016 from Garden of Life. 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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