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New Jersey-based Fabalish Inc. has recalled its “Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites” due to concerns about possible E. coli contamination, which could lead to serious health complications.
The product was distributed in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. It was also sold directly to consumers via the company’s website.
“E. coli O121:H19 is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and those with a weakened immune system,” the recall notice states. “Some infections can cause severe bloody diarrhea conditions, such as a hemolytic uremic syndrome, or the development of high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and neurologic problems. Symptoms include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and/or vomiting.”
The average incubation period for E. coli O121:H19 in humans is between three and four days, though it can extend up to 10 days. The recall notice stated that, so far, there have been no reports of illnesses linked to the falafel product.
People who bought the products are advised to discard them and contact the company for a refund. Those who have queries can contact Fabalish at (201) 942-2900.
So far, there have been 39 infections, 15 hospitalizations, and one death across 18 states in the outbreak linked to organic carrots.
Grimmway said that none of the recalled carrots have so far tested positive for the bacteria.
The items were sold at Whole Foods Market outlets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, and Nevada. The products are “likely no longer in stores for sale” but may still be in your home, the CDC said.