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Urgent Recall Alert: Nationwide Mushroom Contamination Risk

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

A serious health alert has been issued for enoki mushrooms distributed nationwide due to potential listeria contamination, according to the FDA. This recall demands immediate attention, especially if you’ve recently bought mushrooms from your local grocery store.

Listeria is a dangerous bacterium, particularly threatening pregnant women, elderly adults, and those with weakened immune systems. Eating contaminated products could trigger severe symptoms, including high fever, severe headaches, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. In extreme cases, infection can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, neurological complications, or even death.

Specifically, Harvest NYC Inc.’s enoki mushrooms, packaged in distinctive green plastic containers weighing 200 grams, are involved. Check your kitchen for packages marked with the UPC: 6975730520101. These recalled mushrooms were distributed nationwide and carry the distributor information: Hofood99 Inc., located at 21903 56th Ave, Oakland Gardens, NY.

The contamination was discovered when samples tested positive for listeria at a grocery store in Buffalo, NY. Fortunately, there have been no reported illnesses to date. However, the FDA stresses the need for immediate action to prevent potential outbreaks.

If you purchased these mushrooms between January 11 and January 31, 2025, do NOT consume them. Instead, discard them immediately or return the package to the retailer for a full refund. Protect yourself and your family by carefully checking your fridge and pantry. Listeria infections are serious—prompt action is critical.

Listeria Alert: Over 1,500 Celery Packs Sold at Walmart May Be Contaminated

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

A nationwide health warning has been issued after over 1,500 cases of Marketside Celery Sticks—sold at Walmart—were flagged for potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The pre-packaged veggie sticks, distributed by Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc., were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., and may pose a serious health risk.

The FDA confirmed that a routine test revealed Listeria in one four-pack of celery sticks purchased in Georgia. In response, the company has voluntarily issued an advisory, urging consumers to check their fridges and freezers. While the affected celery packs are no longer available on store shelves and are past their “best by” date of March 23, 2025, there’s concern that some may still be stored for future use.

The impacted product is the Marketside 4-in/1.6 oz Celery Sticks, UPC code 6 81131 16151 0, Lot Code P047650.

Listeria is not to be taken lightly. The bacteria can cause life-threatening infections, especially in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Even healthy individuals may experience severe flu-like symptoms. Pregnant women face even greater risk, as listeria can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

No illnesses have been reported as of now—but don’t take chances. If you have this celery in your home, do not eat it. Toss it immediately.

Only this specific lot is affected. No other Duda or Marketside products are included in the warning.Stay alert, check your produce, and spread the word. Listeria is a silent threat—but vigilance can stop it in its tracks.

Trader Joe’s Recalls Hot Honey Mustard Dressing Over Allergen Label Error

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Trader Joe’s has issued a voluntary recall of its Hot Honey Mustard Dressing due to a labeling error that omits allergen warnings for peanuts, soy, sesame, and wheat, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The recall applies to bottles with a “use by” date of 05/27/2025 and SKU number 80152.

This dressing was distributed across 17 states and Washington, D.C., including: Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

No allergic reactions or customer complaints have been reported so far, and both Trader Joe’s and its supplier, Fresh Creative Foods, emphasized the recall is a precautionary step. Customers are encouraged to discard the product or return it to any Trader Joe’s for a full refund.

For more information, you can contact Trader Joe’s Customer Relations or Fresh Creative Foods.

“We err on the side of caution,” Trader Joe’s stated. “When there’s any doubt about a product’s safety or quality, we act quickly to remove it from sale.”

Common symptoms of food allergies—especially to peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame—can include itching, swelling, hives, stomach pain, wheezing, or dizziness. In serious cases, a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis can occur.

If you believe you’ve had a reaction after consuming this product, consult your healthcare provider or an allergist. Individuals with a history of allergies, asthma, or eczema may be at a higher risk.

Avoid Choking! Nestlé Recalls Frozen Meals Sold at Walmart, Kroger & More

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Check your freezer—Nestlé USA just recalled four popular frozen meals that could come with an unwanted side of wood splinters. Yep, you read that right. According to the recall notice, these meals—sold at Walmart, Kroger, Walgreens, Giant, and more—may contain a “wood-like material,” and one person has already choked on it.

Recalled Products:

🚨 Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli – (Various batches, Best-by: Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
🚨 Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli – (Various batches, Best-by: Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
🚨 Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry – (Batch: 4214595511, Best-by: Sept 2025)
🚨 Stouffer’s Party Size Chicken Lasagna – (Various batches, Best-by: Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)

These meals were sold nationwide between September 2024 and March 2025. While no other Nestlé products are affected, if you have any of these in your freezer, toss them immediately or return them for a refund.

If you’ve already eaten one of these and are feeling unwell (or, you know, coughing up splinters), call your doctor ASAP.

For more details, contact Nestlé USA and stay safe!

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

3 min read | Author - The Backyard Vitality Team

And… it has happened again. As of August 16, 2021, there have been nine reports of salmonella-related illnesses related to shrimp products sold by Avanti Frozen Foods India. Three of these people have been hospitalized. This multi-state outbreak is currently being investigated by the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Illnesses have been reported in four states, Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, and Rhode Island.

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

5 min read | Author - The Backyard Vitality Team

Like a broken record playing over and over again, food recalls keep on coming. Federal officials have now identified specific stores where recalled frozen, raw, and breaded chicken products were sold. These products, manufactured by Serenade Foods in Indiana, include almost 60,000 pounds of chicken. So far, eight states have reported salmonella sickness, including New York, Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Nevada, where 28 people have become sick, and 11 have been hospitalized.

Packaged Fruit Recall Has Walmart and Other Retailers Scrambling

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

The pre-cut fruit slices sold at Walmart and other grocers are handy – they are washed and cut, ready to eat. This must mean that they are safe right? Wrong. Like any other “fresh” produce found in the grocery store, they are susceptible to contamination by dangerous organisms like Listeria monocytogenes.

Urgent Recall Alert: Nationwide Mushroom Contamination Risk

Listeria Alert: Over 1,500 Celery Packs Sold at Walmart May Be Contaminated

Trader Joe’s Recalls Hot Honey Mustard Dressing Over Allergen Label Error

Avoid Choking! Nestlé Recalls Frozen Meals Sold at Walmart, Kroger & More

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

Packaged Fruit Recall Has Walmart and Other Retailers Scrambling

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Urgent Recall Alert: Nationwide Mushroom Contamination Risk

Listeria Alert: Over 1,500 Celery Packs Sold at Walmart May Be Contaminated

Trader Joe’s Recalls Hot Honey Mustard Dressing Over Allergen Label Error

Avoid Choking! Nestlé Recalls Frozen Meals Sold at Walmart, Kroger & More

Food Safety Alert: Nationwide Shrimp Product Recall Intensifies

Federal Officials Say STOP: Latest Salmonella Food Outbreak Sending People to the Hospital

Packaged Fruit Recall Has Walmart and Other Retailers Scrambling

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