Quaker Recall
Yesterday, Quaker Oats Company, a subsidy of Pepsi Co. joined a growing number of producers recalling products due to a potential Listeria monocytogenes (L.mono) outbreak linked back to sunflower seeds. Though no illnesses have been reported that are directly linked to Quaker products, the company is recalling a limited number of their Quinoa Granola Bars out of an abundance of caution.
Most of the affected product batches were pulled off store shelves before reaching consumers, however, there are some that were sold nationwide. Here are the details:
| Product: | 6.1-ounce box of Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars Chocolate Nut Medley | 6.1-ounce box of Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars Yogurt, Fruit, and Nut |
| UPC Code: | 30000 32241 | 30000 32243 |
| “Best Before” Date(s) | 10/16/2016
10/17/2016 |
10/10/2016
10/11/2016 |
You can see photos of these products at Quaker Oats’ official recall announcement page, here.
Consumers who have these products should not eat them. Instead, dispose of them or return them to the original place of purchase for a full refund. Questions or concerns can be directed to Quaker Oats directly either via their website (www.quakeroats.com) or by calling, 800-856-5781 Monday-Friday between 8:30 and 6:00 pm EST.
Information about Listeria monocytogenes
Listeria monocytogenes or L.mono is an organism that has the potential to cause serious, and sometimes fatal side effects among particular sects of the population. This includes the very young, the very old, and anyone with a compromised immune system. Furthermore, L.mono has been linked to miscarriage and stillbirth in pregnant women.
In otherwise healthy individuals, L.mono may cause temporary illness which includes severe headaches, high fever, stiffness, abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These effects will be short-term.