Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says

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US Food and Drug Administration Recalls "Super Greens" Supplement Linked to dozens of Salmonella Cases

A nationwide recall has been issued by the US FDA on a dietary supplement called Live it Up Super Greens powder, which is linked to at least 45 salmonella cases in 21 states. The recalled product was manufactured by the New York-based company and was sold across several states including Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin.

According to the US CDC, a total of 12 people have been hospitalized due to salmonella infection from consuming the recalled supplement. The majority of the sick individuals reported eating the product before they got ill, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever.

The ages of those affected range from 16 to 81 years old, highlighting the vulnerability of various age groups. Most people recover within a week, but infections can be severe in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

A voluntary recall has been initiated by Live it Up, which is still available for purchase on its website despite the FDA's warning not to consume, sell or serve the product. It is recommended that consumers discard the product or return it to avoid any potential harm.

An investigation into the source of salmonella contamination is currently underway, with officials urging people who have consumed the recalled supplement to come forward if they are experiencing symptoms.

 

[Com]

omg this is so crazy! I'm all about being healthy and natural, but I never thought something as innocent-looking as a supplement could cause so much harm . It's just salmonella poisoning, you know? I mean, we've all had those gross tummy bugs from eating bad food or drinks before, but this is on a whole other level.

I'm shocked that the company still has it available for sale on their website , like what's the point of even selling something that's known to be contaminated? And the fact that some people have been hospitalized ... that's just insane. I hope they get to the bottom of this and figure out how it happened.

As a DIYer, I always try to make my own natural remedies or find alternative solutions, but in situations like this, I think we should really trust the experts and follow their advice . I mean, I'm all for being prepared and knowing what to do in case of an emergency, but sometimes it's just better to err on the side of caution and avoid stuff that could potentially harm us.

Anyway, let's hope everyone who consumed the supplement is okay and recovers soon . And Live It Up needs to seriously revamp their manufacturing process !

 

[Clumsy Cow]

OMG, I'm so glad the FDA stepped in and issued a recall on that "Super Greens" supplement ASAP! I mean, 45 cases of salmonella? That's crazy! And it's not just a few old folks or young kids getting sick, but people all ages are affected. It's like, who takes a risk with their health like that?

And what's even more annoying is that the company is still selling it online... like, come on guys! Can't you see we're trying to stay healthy here? But seriously, I'm so glad people are coming forward and getting tested if they think they've been infected. Let's hope the investigation finds out what went wrong and prevents this from happening again in the future.

 

[Third-Wo]

can't believe ppl r still buying this stuff after 45+ cases like what's the point of taking supplements from a company that can't even guarantee quality? and now they're selling it online too despite the recall shouldn't Live it Up be more responsible? all these yrs I've been telling my friends to do their own research before buying any supplement, guess this is why

 

[Drunk]

Ugh, I'm so worried about all these people getting sick from this Super Greens supplement . 45 cases of salmonella? That's crazy! And 12 people hospitalized? It's like, what's going on with the quality control at that company? They're basically selling a product that could harm people and they just think it's okay to keep selling it online despite the recall warning? I mean, come on! Take it down, you know?

 

[Blue Buzzard]

Ugh I'm literally freaking out rn my cousin just got sick from taking that Live it Up Super Greens powder and now she's been hospitalized like what even is wrong with those ppl?! I mean I know we all love our greens and all, but COME ON! can't they just get it together? and now the FDA is telling us to not buy it anymore, but my cousin still has it online like, shouldn't she be safe or something?! I'm literally shaking thinking about how many people could've gotten sick from this so yeah, Live it Up Super Greens needs to go

 

[Underwater Desert Comp]

Salmonella cases from a supplement? How can you get sick from a supplement? This company needs to seriously step up their quality control

 

[Zany Zebra]

Ugh just heard about this Live it Up Super Greens recall and I'm SHOOK Salmonella cases linked to 45+ people? That's insane! I mean, I get it, these supplements aren't regulated like meds, but come on! You gotta take responsibility for your own health, fam . And can you believe they're still selling it online despite the FDA warning? It's like, don't even think about buying it anymore, period . Salmonella infections can be super nasty, especially for young kids and old folks . I hope Live it Up takes responsibility for this mess and gets to the bottom of what went wrong .

 

[Custom Skydiving Daredevi]

OMG you guys, I'm low-key freaking out about this ! Like, I was super excited to try that new Super Greens powder, but now I'm like "wait, what's really in it?" I mean, 45 salmonella cases? That's wild! And 12 people hospitalized? No thank you! I don't want to risk my health just to feel a little energized and glowy. The recall is the right move though - Live it Up should be like "what were we thinking?" and take responsibility for their product.

But seriously, this is a major red flag for any supplement company out there. How can you not test your products properly? I'm all about living my best healthy life, but safety comes first! And to the people who have already consumed the stuff... if you're feeling symptoms, please come forward! Your health matters too!

 

[Joyous Ja]

Ugh, this is just so frustrating ! I mean, can't we trust our supplements anymore? A recall of this magnitude is unheard of and it's alarming that people have gotten sick from consuming a product meant to boost their health and wellbeing . It's not like Live it Up was aware of the contamination beforehand, they must've had some quality control issues .

The fact that 12 people ended up in hospital is just terrifying . I'm glad most people recover within a week but what about those who don't? The vulnerable groups are especially at risk and it's heartbreaking to think about the potential harm caused by this product .

I'm all for natural remedies, but we need to make sure they're tested thoroughly and safe to consume . This incident is a wake-up call for all of us to be more mindful of what we put in our bodies and to always check for recalls before consuming anything new .

 

[Retarded]

really sad to hear about this Salmonella cases can be so severe especially for kids & seniors . Why do these companies keep pushing out products before checking for quality control? I guess it's a good reminder for all of us to be super vigilant when buying supplements online... and if in doubt, just toss 'em .

 

[Tasteless Disco]

OMG u guyz just saw dis crazy news about "Super Greens" supplement linked 2 dozens of salmonella cases it's like, what's going on? how can one thing cause so many problems? i feel bad for all the people who got sick, especially those with weakened immune systems hope they're doing okay now and i gotta wonder, is this just a 1-time mistake or is something more systemic going on here? should b a bigger investigation into how this happened

 

[Panicky Phea]

this is so crazy like what even is going on in the US right now? first, it's COVID, then it's mask mandates, and now it's food recalls at least 45 people got sick from eating this supplement and 12 of them had to get hospitalized that's just insane. and the worst part is that the company is still selling it online even though they're supposed to stop it's like they don't care about their customers' health or anything. what's going on with the investigation tho? how did this happen in the first place?

 

[Nutty Newt]

just saw that live it up super greens powder has been linked to at least 45 salmonella cases and now there's a recall like how can something as harmless seeming as a supplement go so wrong? especially with the fact that some people got sick and even hospitalized meanwhile, the company is still selling it online umm, isn't that kinda irresponsible? anyway, gotta give it to the fda for taking action ASAP hope everyone who's gotten sick recovers soon

 

[Proud Porcup]

What a total mess! Can't believe some company is prioritizing profits over public safety. Those 12 folks could've been in serious trouble if they hadn't gotten sick already. And now people are still buying the stuff online like it's no big deal? Get a grip, Live it Up! This salmonella outbreak could've been way worse if more people got infected. Hope the investigation finds out who's responsible ASAP

 

[Dark Dingo]

Ugh I'm so annoyed about this ! Can't believe some company would sell a product that's literally going to kill you! Like, what's the point of even having a recall when the product is still on sale online? It's just ridiculous. And the fact that people are getting sick because of it is totally unacceptable . I mean, my grandma had salmonella once and it was so bad, she was bedridden for like 2 weeks . I hope everyone who got sick recovers quickly though, that's all we can do right now . This just makes me think about how we need to be more careful with what we put in our bodies... like, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is .

 

[Wonderous Ra]

salmonella cases from a supplement gotta ask, why did people keep buying this stuff even after it was recalled? seems like some ppl just dont care about their own health or the health of others... 12 hospitalizations is crazy, but at least most ppl recover within a week. still, dont know how the salmonella made its way into the product in the first place. hopefully they figure out what went wrong and take steps to prevent it from happening again

 

[Forgotten]

oh man, this is really concerning... I mean, you take a product that's supposed to help you live a healthier life and it turns out it can cause serious health issues. It's just not right . I get that mistakes happen, but the fact that there were dozens of salmonella cases linked to this supplement is unacceptable . I'm not sure what's more alarming - the fact that people got sick or the fact that the company behind it is still selling it online despite the recall .

I think what really worries me is that this can happen to anyone, regardless of their age. I've got elderly friends who would be particularly vulnerable to something like this, and it's just not fair . The FDA's warning is clear, but it sounds like some people might not take it seriously. We need to make sure everyone knows the risks associated with this product .

 

[Wild Wolf]

Ugh this is so gross! I'm still trying to wrap my head around how some company can just produce something that's gonna make people sick and then sell it online like no big deal . And now they're saying voluntary recall? What even is that? Shouldn't they just take responsibility for their product already? It's crazy that you get these super serious illnesses from something as simple as a supplement... I mean, what if this happens to my family or me? Need to be more careful about the stuff we put in our bodies, you know?

 

[Barbie's Programming]

Umm... I don't know man ... I'm all for companies being super responsible and recalling products when there's a problem, but at the same time, I kinda get why Live it Up would be like "hey, our product is still available on our website" - like, they're not just gonna leave money on the table, you know? On the other hand, shouldn't they be more proactive and just take down their own website or something? I mean, who needs the risk of getting sued if people are actually sick from it... but at the same time, isn't that kinda just covering up the whole thing? I don't know, maybe I'm just being really inconsistent ...