In 2022, the most notable cereal-related recall was for Kellogg's Honey Smacks due to a Salmonella outbreak, and a widely publicized investigation by the FDA into reports of illness linked to Lucky Charms cereal.
A popular breakfast cereal, Honey Bunches of Oats with Almonds, was recently recalled due to the detection of a foreign material—metal. Not the crunch you're hoping to bite into first thing in the morning.
On January 11, 2024, Quaker Oats expanded the recall to include Quaker Chewy Granola Bars and Cereals, Cap'n Crunch Bars, select Cap'n Crunch cereals, Gamesa Marias Cereal, Gatorade Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars, Munchies Munch Mix, and Snack Boxes that include these products.
Nestlé has updated the precautionary recall of several SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula because they may contain cereulide toxin. The update contains amendments to the expiry dates of affected batches of SMA Advanced Follow-On Milk and SMA ALFAMINO.
"ByHeart infant formula products have been removed from our store shelves," the company said in a statement. All of the babies in the outbreak have been hospitalized and treated with an IV medication to stop the progress of the disease.
Are Baby Cereals Safe? While all plants can absorb some metals, there are safer options. Cereals made from ingredients like oatmeal or grain-free alternatives like almond and buckwheat generally have fewer heavy metals than rice-based cereals, making them a healthier choice.
General Mills is discontinuing three varieties of Cheerios — Honey Nut Medley Crunch, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Honey Nut Minis — joining a long list of breakfast cereals that didn't quite make the cut.
Danone U.S. has recalled its So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster frozen dessert because small stones and other foreign materials may be present in the cashew clusters. The recalled pints can be identified by SKU 36603, UPC 744473476138, and a best-by date of before August 8, 2027.
The General Mills boycott is set for April 21-28. Schwarz, in his April 20 video, called General Mills "a symbol of unchecked corporate power." He said the company has disenfranchised farmers and contributes to the plastic pollution crisis.
The oldest ones are Shredded Wheat, followed by Kellogg's Corn Flakes, both patented in the late 1800's.
An undercover video shot at one of the egg producer's facilities showed rough treatment of hens and poor living conditions that prompted an investigation from United Egg Producers (UEP), an animal welfare organization that certifies healthy living conditions.
One of Cadbury's most loved chocolate bars is being recalled after it was found to potentially contain traces of plastic. The recall applies to the 10-piece Marvellous Creations share bag, with a use-by date of May 26, 2026. #9Today MORE DETAILS: https://nine.social/10kd. Bit late after you've eaten it isn't it ?
Most people who get sick from Salmonella have diarrhea, fever, vomiting, and stomach cramps. Symptoms usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after infection and last 4 to 7 days. Most people recover without antibiotic treatment. Antibiotics are needed only for patients who are very ill or at risk of becoming very ill.
One line of reasoning used to argue oats aren't healthy is that eating them can lead to spikes in blood sugar (glucose). This seems to be linked to the rising use of glucose monitors by people who don't have diabetes.
Nestlé is recalling specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula due to the potential presence of cereulide bacteria in the batches concerned.
Heavy Metal Levels by Protein Source and Food Category
Fish and fish mixes, as well as rice and rice mixes, had the highest median lead concentrations, at 0.008 milligrams per kilogram. Thirty-three percent of fish and fish mixes, 31% of rice and rice mixes, and 21% of cereal baby foods exceeded maximum lead levels.
ALDI supermarket has discontinued its popular brand of baby formula from stores across Australia. Responding to a customer enquiry, the retail giant confirmed that its range of Mamia Formula Step 1, 2 and 3 has been withdrawn from sale.