Mighty Sesame Organic Tahini Recalled due to Salmonella Concerns
Rushdi Food Industries of Israel announced a recall of Mighty Sesame 10.9 Oz Organic Tahini with the specific expiration date of 3/28/23 due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recalled Tahini came in squeezable bottles. The recalled tahini was distributed to stores in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut as well as to Walmart stores nationwide.
The US Food and Drug Administration and the West Virginia Department of Health notified the manufacturer of the potential presence of Salmonella in this specific lot, prompting the current recall.
The recalled tahini was sold in squeezable bottles. To determine whether your tahini is part of the recall, look for UPC code 858313006208 with an expiration date of 3/28/23. If these details match the produce you purchased, the company urges you to destroy and dispose of the product or return it for a refund.
About Salmonella Infection
Common symptoms resulting from infection with Salmonella bacteria include diarrhea (which may be bloody), stomach cramps, and fever, which begin anywhere from six hours to six days after ingestion. On average, symptoms last four to seven days. Additional common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
People acquire Salmonella by eating food or drinking water contaminated with the bacteria, or touching infected animals and failing to wash their hands afterwards. Outbreaks of Salmonella have been tied to contaminated vegetables, such as bean sprouts, as well as to contaminated poultry, beef, and eggs.
The CDC recommends contacting a doctor in certain situations. First, diarrhea and a fever higher than 102 degrees requires medical attention. You should also seek medical attention for diarrhea lasting more than 3 days that is not improving. Bloody stools also require prompt medical attention. This is also true in the case of continued vomiting that keeps you from keeping liquids down. Finally, you should call your doctor if you have signs of dehydration. These include making very little urine (peeing infrequently), dry mouth and throat, and dizziness when standing up.