"Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to consume the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled."
"The bacterium can cause a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing."
"The recalled products are Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic, 6 oz., packed in plastic bags with UPC 74574-10852, and Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic, 6 oz., packed in plastic bags with UPCs of 71894-00000 and 68826-75340."
"The product has also been distributed through Tops Markets in Pennsylvania and Vermont. As of Thursday, there are no known illnesses related to the garlic."
Tops Friendly Markets is recalling Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic and Garland Peeled Garlic products due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum. The bacterium can cause life-threatening illness or death, and consumers are warned against consuming the products regardless of appearance or smell. Symptoms of contamination include general weakness, dizziness, double vision, and difficulty speaking or swallowing. The recalled products include specific UPC codes and have been distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. No illnesses have been reported as of Thursday.
Read at New York City, NY Patch
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