Mushroom recall sparks concern—check your fridge before it’s too late
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A common kitchen staple is under the spotlight again—and this time, the warning is nationwide.
One popular mushroom variety is being pulled from shelves after testing flagged a serious contamination risk.
It’s a reminder that what’s in your fridge might be more dangerous than it looks.
Especially for older adults or those with health conditions, this news shouldn’t be ignored.
A 200g package of enoki mushrooms, distributed by a New York-based company, is at the center of a new recall. These mushrooms, sold nationwide, may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes—a bacteria known for causing severe illness in vulnerable groups.
The recall is being issued voluntarily by the company after officials in one state detected contamination during a routine inspection. So far, no one has reported getting sick. But that doesn’t mean the danger isn’t real.
“The contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan and subsequent analysis by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Laboratory Division revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes,” the FDA alerted.
Listeria isn’t something to shrug off. While many people won’t show symptoms, others—particularly seniors, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems—are at serious risk. This infection can lead to miscarriage, hospitalization, or worse.
The FDA confirmed that the affected mushrooms were sold across the country in green plastic packaging, labeled with the barcode 6 976532 310051.
Food recalls like this are becoming more common. From bacteria to undeclared allergens, contaminated food continues to sneak into stores. That’s especially risky for seniors managing allergies, chronic health conditions, or limited mobility.
Many shoppers don’t realize that most food recalls are voluntary. That means the company pulls the product before a government mandate forces their hand. But the FDA still plays a key role—reviewing the plan, monitoring the situation, and updating the public.
Several recalls this year have been linked to issues like broken packaging, contamination, and undeclared allergens. For those with food sensitivities, even a small slip can be dangerous. The FDA lists eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soy, shellfish, sesame, tree nuts, and peanuts as the top allergens to watch for.
If you bought mushrooms recently, don’t take chances. Check your fridge for that green package. If the barcode matches, return it for a refund or throw it away.
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One popular mushroom variety is being pulled from shelves after testing flagged a serious contamination risk.
It’s a reminder that what’s in your fridge might be more dangerous than it looks.
Especially for older adults or those with health conditions, this news shouldn’t be ignored.
A 200g package of enoki mushrooms, distributed by a New York-based company, is at the center of a new recall. These mushrooms, sold nationwide, may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes—a bacteria known for causing severe illness in vulnerable groups.
The recall is being issued voluntarily by the company after officials in one state detected contamination during a routine inspection. So far, no one has reported getting sick. But that doesn’t mean the danger isn’t real.
“The contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan and subsequent analysis by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Laboratory Division revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes,” the FDA alerted.
Several recalls this year have been linked to issues like broken packaging, contamination, and undeclared allergens. Image Source: Ingeborg Korme / Unsplash
Listeria isn’t something to shrug off. While many people won’t show symptoms, others—particularly seniors, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems—are at serious risk. This infection can lead to miscarriage, hospitalization, or worse.
The FDA confirmed that the affected mushrooms were sold across the country in green plastic packaging, labeled with the barcode 6 976532 310051.
Food recalls like this are becoming more common. From bacteria to undeclared allergens, contaminated food continues to sneak into stores. That’s especially risky for seniors managing allergies, chronic health conditions, or limited mobility.
Many shoppers don’t realize that most food recalls are voluntary. That means the company pulls the product before a government mandate forces their hand. But the FDA still plays a key role—reviewing the plan, monitoring the situation, and updating the public.
Several recalls this year have been linked to issues like broken packaging, contamination, and undeclared allergens. For those with food sensitivities, even a small slip can be dangerous. The FDA lists eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soy, shellfish, sesame, tree nuts, and peanuts as the top allergens to watch for.
If you bought mushrooms recently, don’t take chances. Check your fridge for that green package. If the barcode matches, return it for a refund or throw it away.
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