Check the Pantry! Louisiana Included in Massive Snack Recall

A major snack recall is likely going to be impacting a ton of Louisiana families - especially those with young kids.

Quaker Oats is having to recall a lot of its snack foods after the discovery of potential salmonella contamination. This includes some of their most popular products, like their chewy granola bars and granola cereal.

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Where Is the Recall in Effect?

The recall impacts all 50 states, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall also impacts Puerto Rico, Guam, and Saipan.

"Consumers should check their pantries for any of the products listed below and dispose of them," the FDA said. "Additionally, consumers with any product noted below can contact Quaker Consumer Relations (9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST, Mon.-Fri.) at 1-800-492-9322 or visit www.quakergranolarecall.comExternal Link Disclaimer for additional information or product reimbursement."

Quaker Oats Salmonella Contamination

As of December 15th, 2023, Quaker Oats has announced a recall on over 50 of their products due to potential Salmonella contamination. The disease, which stems from a bacterial infection, can pose a major risk to your health.

Salmonella poses a significant health risk due to its ability to cause widespread and severe foodborne illnesses in humans. This bacterial pathogen, primarily found in raw or undercooked eggs, poultry, and meat, can contaminate a variety of foods and water sources. Its resilience to adverse environmental conditions allows it to survive and persist, leading to potential infection outbreaks.

Salmonella infections, known as salmonellosis, manifest with symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. While most cases resolve on their own, severe infections can result in hospitalization, especially in vulnerable populations like the elderly, infants, or those with weakened immune systems. Additionally, certain strains of Salmonella can lead to long-term health complications, such as reactive arthritis or post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome.

The ability of Salmonella to spread easily and its resistance to common antibiotics further amplify the health risks. Contaminated food products can lead to outbreaks affecting multiple individuals or even entire communities. Moreover, the globalization of food supply chains increases the risk of widespread contamination, as contaminated products can cross borders and affect diverse populations.

Preventing Salmonella infections requires strict food safety measures, including proper cooking of animal products, safe food handling practices, and thorough hygiene in food processing and preparation. Public health awareness and surveillance are crucial in identifying and containing outbreaks promptly, minimizing the potential health impact of this resilient and pervasive bacterium.

Quaker Oats Recalled Items

Here's the full list of what's been recalled, which you can also find in PDF form here.

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