National Sunflower Seed Recall Affects 100 Snack Products

This is just plain nuts.  As if recalled fruits and veggies weren't enough drama for the week, another huge recall now affects snack products that contain or may have come in contact with Listeria contaminated sunflower seeds. About 100 products are being recalled, affecting a large number of brands and grocery chains, including Planters Sunflower Kernels and trail mixes and trail mix bars sold at Walmart, Meijer, Top, Hy-Vee and Publix. Even a Trader Joe's salad is affected, as it contains potentially contaminated seeds. And recall statements have been issued by TreeHouse Foods, SunOpta and Kroger, as well as other brands.  The recalled products "may be impacted by sunflower seeds contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes," TreeHouse said in its initial statement on Tuesday. The bacterium can cause serious infections in anyone, though pregnant women, newborns, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are especially at risk, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. No illnesses have been reported, but products are being recalled as a cautionary measure. Affected products were distributed nationwide, with best-by dates mostly in 2016 and 2017. Check the Food and Drug Administration website as well as TreeHouse and SunOpta's statements for exact package labeling and more information. Products should be thrown away or taken to the place of purchase for a f...
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