Mamás, I really want you to know about know about voluntary recalls that has been issued by two companies, one is for walnuts and the other is for hummus dips. Both the walnuts and hummus dips could be potentially contaminated with listeria.
Listeria is dangerous stuff and can even be deadly. It can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. It's also very scary for pregnant women because it can lead to miscarriage or stillbirths. This stuff is no joke and needs to be taken seriously.
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The recall for bulk walnuts was issue by Sherman Produce Co. after a routine test of product purchased by stores in Missouri and Illinois revealed traces of listeria. According to the FDA, 241 cases of bulk walnuts are being recalled.
As for the hummus recall, which is the one that really got my attention because my kids and I eat hummus ALL the time, it was issued by Lansal Inc. and affects hummus dips sold at Target, Trader Joes and other retailers.
Here's what you need to do if you have purchased hummus recently:
1. Check the complete list of recalled products to see if your hummus is one of them. You can see the full recall list here.
2. If you do have one of the recalled items on the list, DO NOT EAT IT. You can dispose of it or take it back to the store where you bought it for a refund.
3. If you have any questions call toll free (877) 550-0694 from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time seven days a week.
So far no illnesses have been reported in relation to the recalls. Symptoms to look for are high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
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