Michiganders – Something In Your Spice Cabinet Could Make You Sick
Seasoning is supposed to only enhance the flavor of your food.
However, this well-known seasoning could make you sick.
Check your spice cabinets immediately!
What Seasoning Is Making People Sick?
The United States Food and Drug Administration announced on Monday, June 3rd, 2024.
A Michigan company, UBC Food Distributors of Dearborn Michigan issued the recall for its ground black pepper under the brand name, Baraka!
The ground black pepper affected under the recall is sold in 7-ounce plastic containers with an expiration date of January 2026.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development notified the FDA based on a routine state surveillance sample that was collected.
Why is the ground black pepper being recalled?
It is reported that the ground black pepper may be contaminated with Salmonella.
What is salmonella?
Mayo Clinic shared that, "Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. Salmonella bacteria typically live in animal and human intestines and are shed through stool (feces). Humans become infected most frequently through contaminated water or food."
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