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Earlier this week TreeHouse Foods, Inc. recalled several varieties of frozen waffles due to possibleListeria monocytogenescontamination. According to the Food and Drug Administration, that recall has now expanded to include frozen pancakes following additional testing.
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A complete list of the recalled products can be foundhere, and consumers are advised to compare the “Best By” date, lot code and UPC to identify whether their purchases are included. There is also alist with photosof the affected products that you can check against what you have in your freezer.
TheListeriacontamination was discovered after routine testing occurred at the company’s manufacturing facility.Symptoms ofListeriainfectionsinclude fever, vomiting, nausea, headaches and neck stiffness. Elderly people, young children, those with weakened immune systems and people who are pregnant are most at risk of life-threatening illness due toListeria.
Fortunately, there have been no reported illnesses due to the contamination. If you experience symptoms ofListeriainfection after consuming any of the recalled waffles, you should contact your health care provider.
If you have purchased any of the listed products, you are advised to return them to the place of purchase. If you have any questions regarding the recall, you can contact the company at 800-596-2903, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m CST.
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EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.U.S. Food & Drug Administration.TreeHouse Foods announces voluntary recall of certain waffle products due to the potential for Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration.TreeHouse Foods announces voluntary recall of certain waffle products due to the potential for Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
