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		<title>Cantaloupe Recall</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/21/cantaloupe-recall/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:23:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Five Crowns Marketing Voluntarily Recalling Pantaloupes Packed under the Majesty Label Because of a Potential Health Risk Due to Possible Contamination of Salmonella
Five Crowns Marketing, Brawley, California is issuing this release today voluntarily recalling cantaloupes packed under the Majesty label because of a potential health risk due to possible contamination of Salmonella. No illnesses have [...]]]></description>
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<p>Five Crowns Marketing, Brawley, California is issuing this release today voluntarily recalling cantaloupes packed under the Majesty label because of a potential health risk due to possible contamination of Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported to date, and the company is working with FDA to inform consumers of this recall.</p>
<p align="left">Salmonella is an organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Consumers who may have eaten this product and are experiencing the above symptoms should consult their health care provider.</p>
<p align="left">The recall comes after a Lab analysis conducted by a consignee on a lot of cantaloupes packed by Five Crowns Marketing on November 4, 2009, resulted in a confirmed positive for Salmonella. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution Five Crowns Marketing is issuing this warning and voluntary recall on all cantaloupes shipped from the same lot.</p>
<p align="left">Five Crowns Marketing traced back the entire lot of cantaloupes and is advising all customers who received the recalled cantaloupes. Although based on harvest and shipping dates from November 4 through November 13, 2009 would indicate that the cantaloupes have now passed through the distribution chain with no reported illnesses. The cantaloupes in the identified lots were harvested and shipped to wholesalers, retailers, and food service operators in the states of Alabama, California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.</p>
<p align="left">Cantaloupes were packed in various sizes with and without individual label stickers. All cartons carry the label &#8220;Majesty&#8221; and are further identified with lot numbers 198 2 or 198 3, packed dates Nov 4, Nov 6, and Nov 10. Also those cantaloupes that contain stickered labels are identified with the label &#8220;Majesty&#8221;.</p>
<p align="left">The health of all consumers is of the utmost importance to Five Crowns Marketing. With that in mind, even though the cantaloupes have passed through the distribution chain, we have taken immediate action to ensure that all cantaloupes are accounted for and out of the supply chain. We are working with all of our customers to insure that the cantaloupes are no longer being distributed.</p>
<p align="left">Consumers who have recently bought cantaloupes should check with their place of purchase to determine if their fruit is affected by the recall. Wholesale, retail, and food service entities should contact Five Crown Marketing at 760-344-1390 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PST.</p>
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		<title>Recall: Vicks Sinex Spray</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/20/recall-vicks-sinex-spray/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[P&#38;G Voluntarily Recalls Specific Lots of Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray in the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom
The Procter &#38; Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) announced today it is voluntarily recalling three lots of its Vicks Sinex nasal spray in three countries:  the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom.
The company said it is taking this [...]]]></description>
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<p>The Procter &amp; Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) announced today it is voluntarily recalling three lots of its Vicks Sinex nasal spray in three countries:  the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom.</p>
<p align="left">The company said it is taking this precautionary step after finding the bacteria <em>B. cepacia</em> in a small amount of product made at its plant in Gross Gerau, Germany.  There have been no reports of illness.  However, the bacteria could cause serious infections for individuals with a compromised immune system, or those with chronic lung conditions, such as cystic fibrosis.  <em>B. cepacia</em> poses little medical risk to healthy individuals.</p>
<p align="left">P&amp;G detected this problem during routine quality control at the plant and promptly took action.  The company’s analysis to date shows this problem is limited to a single batch of raw material mixture involving three lots of product.  These three lots were sold only in the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom</p>
<p align="left">P&amp;G is removing the product in question from store shelves and has informed regulatory authorities in the affected countries.  P&amp;G said it found the bacteria <em>B. cepacia</em> in a small amount of product from U.S. lot 9239028831 and is conducting testing on the U.K. and German lots that have been produced from the same batch of raw material mixture.</p>
<p>The lot numbers of the products involved are:</p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Country</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Product Name</strong></p>
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<td width="102" valign="top">9239028831</td>
<td width="138" valign="top">United States</td>
<td width="360" valign="top">Vicks Sinex Vapospray 12-Hour Decongestant Ultra Fine Mist, 15 ml., Nasal Spray</td>
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<td width="102" valign="top">9224028832</td>
<td width="138" valign="top">United Kingdom</td>
<td width="360" valign="top">Vicks Sinex Micromist Aqueous Nasal Spray Solution, 15 ml</td>
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<td width="102" valign="top">9224028833</td>
<td width="138" valign="top">Germany</td>
<td width="360" valign="top">Wick Sinex Schnupfenspray Dosiersystem, 15 ml</td>
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<p>This lot number is listed on both the outer carton and the bottle.  Consumers should simply discard the affected product as they would any OTC medicine.</p>
<p align="left">P&amp;G is removing the product in question from store shelves and has informed regulatory authorities in the affected countries.  P&amp;G said it found the bacteria <em>B. cepacia</em> in a small amount of product from U.S. lot 9239028831 and is conducting testing on the U.K. and German lots that have been produced from the same batch of raw material mixture.</p>
<p align="left">Anyone who has these specific lots of this product can call P&amp;G for a replacement coupon or refund at the following numbers:</p>
<p align="left">From the United States, please call:  1.877.876.7881 <em>(Hours of operation:  Monday &#8211; Friday, 9AM &#8211; 6PM US ET, Saturday &#8211; Sunday, 9AM &#8211; 4PM US ET)</em></p>
<p align="left">From the United Kingdom, please call:  0800.5555.15 <em>(Hours of operation:  19 November, 4PM &#8211; 9PM local time and will continue Monday &#8211; Friday, 8AM &#8211; 6PM local time, Saturday &#8211; Sunday, 9AM &#8211; 5PM local time)</em></p>
<p align="left">From Germany, please call:  0800.111.6131 <em>(Hours of operation:  19 November, 4PM &#8211; 9PM local time and will continue Monday &#8211; Friday, 8AM &#8211; 6PM local time, Saturday &#8211; Sunday, 9AM &#8211; 5PM local time)</em></p>
<p align="left">Any adverse events with the use of this product and/or quality problems should be reported via the FDA’s MedWatch Program by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178, by mail at MedWatch, HF-2, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="null"><img class="alignnone" title="Vicks" src="http://www.fda.gov/ucm/groups/fdagov-public/documents/image/ucm191442.jpg" alt="" width="292" height="323" /></a></p>
<p align="left">Source: FDA</p>
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		<title>Recall: Nassau Candy</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/19/recall-nassau-candy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:57:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nassau Candy Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert Because Of Possible Undeclared Allergens on their Tasty Dish Snack Tubs of Chocolate Almonds, Chocolate Raisins and Sour Neon Worms
Nassau Candy Distributors of Hicksville, New York, is voluntarily recalling possibly unlabeled pegable snack tubs because they contain the following undeclared allergens; Tree Nuts {Almonds}, Soy and Milk and may [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F19%2Frecall-nassau-candy%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F19%2Frecall-nassau-candy%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>Nassau Candy Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert Because Of Possible Undeclared Allergens on their Tasty Dish Snack Tubs of Chocolate Almonds, Chocolate Raisins and Sour Neon Worms</strong></p>
<p>Nassau Candy Distributors of<strong> Hicksville, New York,</strong> is voluntarily recalling possibly unlabeled pegable snack tubs because they contain the following undeclared allergens; <strong>Tree Nuts {Almonds}, Soy and Milk and <em>may</em></strong> contain the following undeclared allergens <strong>P</strong>eanuts, other Tree Nuts {brazil nuts, walnuts, filberts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios, macadamia nuts,  cashews and coconut}.  People who have an allergy to any of these specific<strong> types of allergens </strong>run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.</p>
<p><strong>The Tasty Dish Snack Tubs weredistributed and sold nationwide to Bed Bath &amp; Beyond retail stores.</strong></p>
<p><strong>The products come in clear plastic packages that have a triangular front label identifying the Brand: Tasty Dish, the Product Name: Chocolate Almonds, Chocolate Raisins, or Sour Neon Worms and the Net Weight: Chocolate Almonds are 9.75 oz. (276g), Chocolate Raisins are 11oz. (311), and Sour Neon Worms are 9.5 oz. (269g) and they all have a 4” clear film safety shrink band on them.  Sku numbers and UPC numbers listed below.</strong></p>
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<td style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">TUB MLK ALMND 9.75Z</td>
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<p align="center">16915300</p>
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<p align="center">444444564610</p>
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<td style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">TUB SOUR WORMS 9.5Z</td>
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<p align="center">16915289</p>
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<p align="center">444444564603</p>
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<td style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">TUB MLK RAISN 11Z</td>
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<p align="center">16915335</p>
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<p align="center">444444564627</p>
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<p>No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem</p>
<p>This voluntary recall was initiated after receiving a report that a small percentage of the tubs in the retail locations were missing the back label.  All of the retails stores have been inspected and any tubs that are missing the back labels have been removed from the shelves.  Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the packaging process. The labeling machine that applied the back label which contains the ingredient statement, nutritional information and allergen listing experienced a mechanical malfunction that went undetected by the operator.</p>
<p>Consumers who have purchased these Tasty Dish Snack Tubs and find no back label containing the ingredient statement, nutritional information and allergen listing are urged not to consume the product and to return it to Bed Bath &amp; Beyond for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Nassau Candy directly at 516-433-7100 ext 297, Monday – Friday 9 am -4 pm ET.</p>
<p>Source: FDA</p>
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		<title>Recall: Snacks on Racks</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/18/recall-snacks-on-racks/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:27:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[SNACKS ON RACKS, INC. Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert because of Undeclared Allergens in Their Gourmet Snacks Pack Product Line
Snacks on Racks, Inc. of Parkville, Missouri is recalling products from their line of Gourmet Snacks Packs because they may contain undeclared milk, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, egg, sulfites or wheat. People who have an allergy or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F18%2Frecall-snacks-on-racks%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F18%2Frecall-snacks-on-racks%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>SNACKS ON RACKS, INC. Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert because of Undeclared Allergens in Their Gourmet Snacks Pack Product Line</strong></p>
<p><strong>Snacks on Racks, Inc.</strong> of <strong>Parkville, Missouri</strong> is recalling products from their line of Gourmet Snacks Packs because they may contain undeclared milk, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, egg, sulfites or wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, sulfites, soy or wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The complete list of recalled products are listed at the end of this press release.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>Gourmet Snack Packs</strong> are distributed throughout the continental United States to food service establishments at hospitals, colleges, universities and corporate cafeterias and kiosks. Gourmet Snack Packs are not sold to convenient stores, gas stations, grocery or mass market retailers.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>Gourmet Snack Packs</strong> are packaged in clear, rectangular-shaped, safety sealed, plastic container with a blue Snacks on Racks label adhered to the top of the product. The retail packaging is not marked with any codes, UPC numbers, or expiration dates. A date code is stickered on the case packaging only. Consumers will be able to distinguish between the recalled product and the correctly-labeled new product because the new product will have the recycling symbol located in the bottom right corner of the label.</p>
<p align="left">No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.</p>
<p align="left">The recall was initiated when it was discovered that the Snacks on Racks labeling for chocolate raisins did not match the original manufacturer’s allergen statement. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem occurred in the company’s production and packaging processes. Snacks on Racks has implemented new processes to ensure customer safety.</p>
<p align="left">Consumers who have purchased Snacks on Racks Gourmet Snack Packs are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-816-505-9131 between the hours of 8am to 4pm CST Monday through Friday or visit the website at <a href="http://www.snacksonracks.com/" target="_blank">www.snacksonracks.com</a>.</p>
<p align="left">Source: FDA</p>
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		<title>Recall: Blue Bonnet Light Spread</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/13/recall-blue-bonnet-light-spread/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:09:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Conagra Foods Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on a Limited Number of 15 oz. Tubs of Blue Bonnet Light Spread
Today, ConAgra Foods, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 15 oz. tubs of Blue Bonnet Spread that were inadvertently mispackaged—the lid is for regular Blue Bonnet [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F13%2Frecall-blue-bonnet-light-spread%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F13%2Frecall-blue-bonnet-light-spread%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>Conagra Foods Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on a Limited Number of 15 oz. Tubs of Blue Bonnet Light Spread</strong></p>
<p>Today, ConAgra Foods, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of 15 oz. tubs of Blue Bonnet Spread that were inadvertently mispackaged—the lid is for regular Blue Bonnet Spread and the tub portion describes the product as Blue Bonnet Light Spread. The product inside of the tub is regular Blue Bonnet Spread. As a result, the product tubs do not declare the allergen whey (milk), as an ingredient.</p>
<p align="left">People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. No allergic reactions have been reported.</p>
<p align="left">This issue affects only 1,120 cases of a single lot code of the product. The product UPC on the tub is 27000-00930. The product lid will not have the blue ribbon graphic bearing the word &#8220;Light&#8221; that is found on the tub portion of the package. The rim of the lid will feature the batch code &#8220;2247923200&#8243; and a Sell By date of March 18, 2010.</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left">ConAgra Foods became aware of the issue after receiving a report from a store where the tub did not match the lid or the case.</p>
<p align="left">The company is issuing a news release and an alert through the Food Allergy &amp; Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) (<a href="http://www.foodallergy.org/" target="_blank">www.foodallergy.org</a>), in an effort to notify any potentially affected consumers.</p>
<p align="left">ConAgra Foods will work with retail customers to ensure that the recalled products are removed from store shelves. In the event that consumers believe they have purchased products affected by this voluntary recall, they should return the product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call 866-518-4177 (9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST daily) or visit <a href="http://www.bluebonnet.com/" target="_blank">www.bluebonnet.com</a> for more information.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="null"><img class="alignnone" title="Blue Bonnet Light Spread" src="http://www.fda.gov/ucm/groups/fdagov-public/documents/image/ucm190567.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="240" /></a></p>
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		<title>Recall: Weight Loss Supplement</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/13/recall-weight-loss-supplement/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:28:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[GMP Herbal Products, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of a Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredients
 
Company Contact: 
Mike Le 
866-995-8585
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 12, 2009 – Westminster, CA – GMP Herbal Products, Inc. has been informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that Pai You Guo, a weight loss dietary supplement, sold [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F13%2Frecall-weight-loss-supplement%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F13%2Frecall-weight-loss-supplement%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>GMP Herbal Products, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of a Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredients</strong></p>
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<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><strong>Company Contact:</strong> <br />
Mike Le <br />
866-995-8585</p>
<p><strong>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</strong> – November 12, 2009 – Westminster, CA – GMP Herbal Products, Inc. has been informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that Pai You Guo, a weight loss dietary supplement, sold and marketed by the firm contains undeclared drug ingredients.  FDA lab analyses of dietary supplements distributed by the company were found to contain undeclared sibutramine, an FDA-approved drug used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss; and <strong>phenolphthalein,</strong> a solution used in chemical experiments and a suspected cancer-causing agent that is not approved for marketing in the United States. The FDA has not approved the Pai You Guo products as drug; therefore the safety and effectiveness of this product is unknown.  All lots of the following Pai You Guo product are being recalled. The product is sold either in a box of 30 capsules or a bag of 10 g powder.</p>
<p>The products listed above were sold and distributed nationwide via the internet.</p>
<p>FDA advises that these products pose a threat to consumers because sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke.</p>
<p><strong>No illnesses or injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with this product</strong>.</p>
<p>GMP Herbal Products, Inc. has taken this voluntary action because it is committed to providing accurate information about its products and because of the concern for the health and safety of consumers. GMP Herbal Products, Inc. is working with the FDA in the recall process. It sincerely regrets any inconvenience to customers.</p>
<p>Consumers are advised to destroy the above products or return them to the company’s address in Westminster, CA. Consumers with questions may contact GMP Herbal Products, Inc Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at 1-866-995-8585.  </p>
<p>Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product should also be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088, by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178, by mail at MedWatch, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787.</p>
<p>Source: FDA</p>
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		<title>Almond Cookie Recall</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/04/almond-cookie-recall/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:10:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Charleston Cookie Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Butter in Almond Cookies Produced for Dean &#38; Deluca
Charleston Cookie Company of Charleston, SC is recalling packages of Almond Cookies which were sold as a component of the Dean and Deluca &#8220;Americana&#8221; cookie tin because the cookies contain undeclared butter (milk).
People who have allergies to milk products run the risk [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2Falmond-cookie-recall%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2Falmond-cookie-recall%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>Charleston Cookie Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Butter in Almond Cookies Produced for Dean &amp; Deluca</strong></p>
<p>Charleston Cookie Company of Charleston, SC is recalling packages of Almond Cookies which were sold as a component of the Dean and Deluca &#8220;Americana&#8221; cookie tin because the cookies contain undeclared butter (milk).</p>
<p>People who have allergies to milk products run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.</p>
<p>The recalled Almond Cookies were distributed to Dean &amp; Deluca for resale as part of their &#8220;Americana Cookie&#8221; collection.  The product comes in a 6 ounce, clear plastic package sold with 5 other flavors of cookies in a 36 oz. silver tin. The product bears no code or UPC but was distributed to Dean &amp; Deluca in August 2009 for sale in their catalog and online. </p>
<p>No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. </p>
<p>The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not indicate the presence of butter (milk).  Investigation indicates that the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company&#8217;s packaging process.  The situation has been rectified by production of a new label with a complete ingredients listing.</p>
<p>Consumers who have purchased the product are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  Consumers with questions may contact Charleston Cookie Company at 843-762-4185.  Business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. </p>
<p><a href="null"><img class="alignleft" title="Almond Cookies" src="http://www.fda.gov/ucm/groups/fdagov-public/documents/image/ucm188974.jpg" alt="" width="356" height="267" /></a></p>
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		<title>Supplement Recall</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/04/supplement-recall/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:56:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[BODYBUILDING.COM Is Conducting a Voluntary Nationwide and International Recall of 65 Dietary Supplements That May Contain Steroids
As part of its ongoing cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (&#8221;FDA&#8221;), Bodybuilding.com, LLC (the “Company&#8221;) announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide and international recall of all lots and expiration dates of 65 dietary supplement [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2Fsupplement-recall%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F04%2Fsupplement-recall%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>BODYBUILDING.COM Is Conducting a Voluntary Nationwide and International Recall of 65 Dietary Supplements That May Contain Steroids</strong></p>
<p>As part of its ongoing cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (&#8221;FDA&#8221;), Bodybuilding.com, LLC (the “Company&#8221;) announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide and international recall of all lots and expiration dates of 65 dietary supplement products (the &#8220;Recalled Products&#8221;) described on the attached list, that were sold through the Company&#8217;s website, <a href="http://www.bodybuilding.com/" target="_blank">www.bodybuilding.com</a>.</p>
<p align="left">The FDA has informed the Company that it believes that the Recalled Products contain ingredients that are steroids. Specifically, the FDA has advised the Company of its concern that the Recalled Products may contain the following ingredients that are currently classified, or the FDA believes should be classified, as steroids: &#8220;Superdrol,&#8221; &#8220;Madol,&#8221; &#8220;Tren,&#8221; &#8220;Androstenedione,&#8221; and/or &#8220;Turinabol.&#8221; While the Company has not had an opportunity to independently confirm the FDA&#8217;s concerns that the Recalled Products in fact contain these ingredients, the Company is undertaking this voluntary recall in an abundance of caution.</p>
<p align="left">Acute liver injury is known to be a possible harmful effect of using steroid-containing products. In addition, steroids may cause other serious long-term adverse health consequences in men, women, and children. These include shrinkage of the testes and male infertility, masculinization of women, breast enlargement in males, short stature in children, a higher predilection to misuse other drugs and alcohol, adverse effects on blood lipid levels, and increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.</p>
<p align="left">The Company has not received to date any reports of adverse events in connection with the Recalled Products. Because of the possible harmful effects of using products containing steroids, the Company is cooperating with the FDA to conduct a recall of the products the FDA has identified as containing steroids. Prior to agreeing to carry the Recalled Products, the Company received assurances from all of the manufacturers of the Recalled Products that these products were properly classified as dietary supplements in compliance with federal law, meaning that these products did not contain any unlawful ingredient. Customers who have any of the Recalled Products in their possession should stop using them immediately and contact their physician if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking one or more of the ingredients listed above.</p>
<p align="left">Any adverse events that may be related to the use of the Recalled Products should be reported to the FDA&#8217;s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at <a href="http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm" target="_blank">www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm</a>], by phone [1-800-FDA-1088], or by returning the postagepaid FDA form 3500 [which may be downloaded from <a href="http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm" target="_blank">www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm</a>] by mail [to MedWatch, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787] or fax [1-800-FDA- 0178].</p>
<p align="left">The Company is committed to providing accurate information about its products. The Company is working voluntarily with the FDA in this recall process.</p>
<p align="left">Consumers should return any unused products purchased on the Company’s site to the Company. For instructions on how to return Recalled Products please call (<strong>1-866-236-8417</strong>) or e-mail (<a href="mailto:%20service@bodybuilding.com">service@bodybuilding.com</a>) the Company.</p>
<h4 style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">RECALLED PRODUCT LIST</h4>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"> </p>
<h5 style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Brand Name</h5>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">4Ever Fit D-Drol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Advanced Muscle Science Dienedrone</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Advanced Muscle Science Liquidrone UTT</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Anabolic Xtreme Hyperdrol X2</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">APS (aka Advanced Muscle Science) Mastavol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">APS (aka Advanced Muscle Science) Revamp</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">APS (aka Advanced Muscle Science) Ultra Mass Stack</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">APS (aka Advanced Muscle Science) Ripped Stack</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Better Body Sports Finadex</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Black China Labs Straight Drol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Black China Labs Straight Phlexed</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Body Conditioning Solutions TestraFLEX</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Bjorklund Methyldrostanolone</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">BOSC Enterprises Epi-Tren</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">BOSC Enterprises Magna Drol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Chaparral Labs Epivol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Chaparral Labs Pheravol-V</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Competitive Edge Labs M-Drol</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Competitive Edge Labs P-Plex</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Competitive Edge Labs X-tren</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Diabolic Labs Epio-Plex</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Diabolic Labs Finabolic 50</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Diabolic Labs Revenge </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Ergopharm 6-OXO </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Ergopharm 6-OXO Extreme </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">EST (aka Engineered Sports Technology) MethAnstance </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Extreme Labs Susto-Test Depot </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Fizogen ON Cycle II Hardcore </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">G.E.T/ (Genetic Edge Technologies) SUS-500 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">G.E.T/ (Genetic Edge Technologies) Tren-250 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Hardcore Formulations T-Roid </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Nutrition 1,4 AD Bold 200 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Dymethazine/Reversitol Combo Pack </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Reversitol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Nutrition 17a PheraFLEX </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Nutrition Dymethazine </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">I Force Nutrition Methadrol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Bromodrol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Grow Tabs TR </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Mass Tabs </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Oxodrol Pro </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Ripped Tabs TR </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">IDS (aka Innovative Delivery Systems) Rapid Release </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Ripped Tabs </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Kilo Sports Massdrol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Kilo Sports Phera-Mass </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Kilo Sports Trenadrol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Monster Caps Monster Caps </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Myogenix Spawn </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Nutra Coastal D-Stianozol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Nutra Coastal H-Drol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Nutra Coastal MDIT </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Nutra Coastal S-Drol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Nutra Coastal Trena </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Performance Anabolics Methastadrol </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Performance Anabolics Tri-Methyl X </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Purus Labs E-pol Inslinsified </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Purus Labs Nasty Mass </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Rage RV2 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Rage RV3 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Rage RV4 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Rage RV5 </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Redefine Nutrition Finaflex 550-XD </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Redefine Nutrition Finaflex Ripped </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Transform Supplements Forged Extreme Mass </p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Transform Supplements Forged Lean Mass</p>
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		<title>Soy Protein Alert</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/11/01/soy-protein-alert/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:27:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Allergy Alert on Possible Undeclared Soy Protein in32-ounce Great Value Half &#38; Half, 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix
 
Morningstar Foods is voluntarily recalling 32-ounce Great Value Half &#38; Half, UPC  6 05388 187 16 1, item code 1871600, plant [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F01%2Fsoy-protein-alert%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F11%2F01%2Fsoy-protein-alert%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Allergy Alert on Possible Undeclared Soy Protein in32-ounce Great Value Half &amp; Half, 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Morningstar Foods is voluntarily recalling 32-ounce Great Value Half &amp; Half, UPC  6 05388 187 16 1, item code 1871600, plant code 21-031; 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, UPC  6 05388 187 18 5, item code 1871800, plant code 21-031; 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, UPC  0 11110 438 28 7, item code 4382900, plant code 21-031; and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix, UPC  0 74865 57 983 4 (if purchased in a multi-pack, the UPC code is 1 00 74865 57983 1), item code 5798300, plant code 21-031 because these products may contain soy protein. The individual cartons are printed with a “use by” date of December 16, 2009 for the Great Value items; December 16 and 17, 2009 for the Kroger item; and January 7, 2010 for the Wholesome Farms item. Consumers can find the expiration date and the plant code on the top of the gable top package. The UPC code will either be located on the back or the side panel of the gable top carton. No other Great Value, Kroger or Wholesome Farms products are involved in this recall.</p>
<p>People who have a known allergy to soy protein may have a reaction to these products.  Common symptoms of an allergic reaction include hives, swelling, shortness of breath, wheezing, vomiting and stomach or intestinal upset. If a consumer experiences any of the above symptoms, they should see their healthcare professional immediately. If left untreated, severe allergic reaction can be fatal. No reactions have been reported. The problem was discovered when consumers reported off-taste in some of these products.</p>
<p>The affected product was distributed to retail outlets in the following states: Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.  Morningstar Foods’ sales team is working with distributors to actively recover any affected product remaining on store shelves.</p>
<p align="center"><strong>HOW TO IDENTIFY THE RECALLED PRODUCT</strong><br />
This recall includes only the products listed below. Each product is sold in a cardboard gable-top carton. Consumers can find the expiration date and the plant code on the top of the gable top package. The UPC code will either be located on the back or the side panel of the gable top carton. No other Great Value, Kroger or Wholesome Farm products are involved in this recall.</p>
<ul type="disc">
<li>32-ounce Great Value Half &amp; Half: UPC  6 05388 187 16 1, item code 1871600, plant code 21-031, “use by” date of December 16, 2009</li>
<li>32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream: UPC  6 05388 187 18 5, item code 1871800, plant code 21-031, “use by” date of December 16, 2009</li>
<li>32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream:  UPC  0 11110 438 28 7, item code 4382900, plant code 21-031, “use by” date of December 16 and 17, 2009</li>
<li>64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix:  UPC  0 74865 57 983 4, item code  5798300, plant code 21-031, “use by” date of January 7, 2010 (if purchased in a multi-pack, the UPC code is 1 00 74865 57983 1)</li>
</ul>
<p>The Company apologizes for any inconvenience to its customers.  Consumers who purchased the product may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.  Consumers with questions can contact the Company at 800-854-3243 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Central Time.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Source: FDA</p>
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		<title>Recall: Corn Products</title>
		<link>http://fitnessandfreebies.com/blog/2009/10/30/recall-corn-products/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:51:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mrs. Rios Corn Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Whey in Flour Tortillas
Mrs. Rios Corn Products in San Angelo, Texas is recalling its flour tortillas because they may contain undeclared Whey.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Whey run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
All [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="tweetmeme_button" style="float: right; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://api.tweetmeme.com/share?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F10%2F30%2Frecall-corn-products%2F"><img src="http://api.tweetmeme.com/imagebutton.gif?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffitnessandfreebies.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F10%2F30%2Frecall-corn-products%2F" height="61" width="51" /></a></div><p><strong>Mrs. Rios Corn Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Whey in Flour Tortillas</strong></p>
<p>Mrs. Rios Corn Products in San Angelo, Texas is recalling its flour tortillas because they may contain undeclared Whey.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Whey run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.</p>
<p>All of these products except Sanitary Flour Tortillas were distributed in Texas through convenience stores, supermarkets and restaurants.  Sanitary Flour Tortillas were distributed to Sanitary Tortilla Factory in San Antonio, Texas. </p>
<p>La Bonita Flour Tortillas come in a 22-ounce, clear plastic package, 10 count, marked with a best buy date between 10/26/09 through 12/11/09 and can be identified by its red label.</p>
<p>La Grande Flour Tortillas come in a 28-ounce, clear plastic package, 12 count, marked with a best buy date between 10/26/09 through 12/11/09 and can be identified by its green label.</p>
<p>Mrs. Rios Corn Products’ 6 count Burrito Tortilla comes in a 17-ounce, clear plastic bag with yellow printed company logo and a best buy date from 10/26/09 through 12/11/09.  The 12 count Burrito Tortilla comes in an lb.12-ounce clear plastic bag with blue printed company logo and a best buy date from 10/26/09 through 12/11/09.</p>
<p>Bernard’s Quality 8” Press Flour Tortillas, 11 count, come in a 22-ounce clear plastic bag with green and red Bernard&#8217;s Tortillas company logo.  This product is packed in a Bernard’s Tortilla Factory box with 24 11-count packages.  The best buy date is 10/26/09 through 12/11/09.</p>
<p>Bernard’s Quality 6 ½&#8221; Press Flour Tortillas, 20 count, come in a clear plastic package.  The 20 count bags are packaged in a Bernard’s Tortilla Factory box with 15 20-count packages per case.  The best buy date is 10/26/09 through 12/11/09.</p>
<p>Sanitary Flour Tortillas come in a 20-count and 25-count package.  The 20-count package has 14 packages to a case and the 25-count package has 16 packages to a case.  Both products have the word Sanitary printed on the bottom flap of the box.</p>
<p>No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.</p>
<p>The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Whey-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Whey.    </p>
<p>Mrs. Rios Corn Products will no longer be using Whey in the production of our flour tortillas. </p>
<p>If you are allergic to Whey and have any of these products, please return them to the point of purchase or contact us directly at 325-653-5640 between the hours of 8am-5pm central time. </p>
<p>Source: FDA</p>
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