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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Fan-Favorite Snack Recalled Across Multiple States For a Life-Threatening Reason—Here's What to Know
Fan-Favorite Snack Recalled Across Multiple States For a Life-Threatening Reason—Here's What to Know originally appeared on Parade. The last thing anyone wants is to find out a favorite snack has been recalled. But the reality is, even the most familiar products can fall victim to mislabeling, contamination, or packaging issues. And when something on store shelves ends up compromised, it's on us to stay alert—because no one wants a recall lurking in their pantry. Last week, Meijer issued a recall on certain packages of Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds because they contain undeclared cashews. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the label doesn't mention cashews at all—meaning anyone with a cashew allergy or sensitivity could be at risk for a serious, potentially life-threatening reaction if they eat them. 😋😋SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter🍳🍔 The recall was sparked by a customer who flagged the issue after personally receiving the product. Once notified, Meijer acted quickly, working with the FDA to address the problem and get the affected packages off shelves and out of consumers' hands. The recall includes Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds in black stand-up pouches sold at Meijer stores in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin with sell-by dates of 05/07/2026 or 05/28/2026. Also affected are 8-count, 1.5-ounce multipacks dated 05/05/ of June 16, Meijer has not received any reports of illness linked to the recall. However, the brand has shared the following product details to help consumers identify the affected packages both at home and on store shelves: Frederik's by Meijer Dark Chocolate Almonds (12 oz.)UPC: 7-08820-68730-1, Sell By Dates: 05/07/2026, 05/28/2026 Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds 8-count 1.5 7-19283-11923-0, Sell By Date: 05/05/2026 As mentioned earlier, consumers with cashew allergies or sensitivities are most at risk. If you have any of the recalled products, Meijer urges you not to consume them. Instead, return the item to customer service at your local Meijer for a full refund. For questions about the recall, contact Meijer at 800-543-3704 between 7am and 1am EDT, Monday through Friday. If you have health concerns, reach out to your primary care Snack Recalled Across Multiple States For a Life-Threatening Reason—Here's What to Know first appeared on Parade on Jun 17, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Nut Recall Map Shows Six States With New Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Retailer Meijer is recalling packages of Frederik's brand Dark Chocolate Almonds this week because they could potentially contain cashews, which are not disclosed on the packaging. Newsweek reached out to the company via email Tuesday night for comment. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated in 2025 due to the potential of damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. The FDA also warns that people with an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashew nuts potentially "run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product." What To Know In the alert, the agency says that the recall includes the dark chocolate-covered almonds sold in stand-up pouches in Meijer stores, with sell by dates of May 7, 2026, and May 28, 2026. Additional 8-count 1.5-ounce multi-pack boxes with a sell by date of May 5, 2026, are also part of the recall, the FDA says. The almonds were sold in the following states: Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky and Wisconsin, according to the agency. The FDA alert also shows a chart listing the affected products, with corresponding UPC code numbers. There have been no reported illnesses related to the recall as of Monday, per the agency. What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert, in part, regarding the company: "About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest." Continuing: "As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting Link Disclaimer." What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled chocolate-covered nuts are urged to return the product to a Meijer store for a refund, the FDA says. Those with additional questions may contact Meijer at 800-543-3704 from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET every day. "Customers with questions or concerns about their health are encouraged to contact their primary care provider," the alert also notes.
Metro
4 days ago
- Health
- Metro
Urgent recall of dark chocolate almonds over 'life-threatening' health risk
Dark chocolate-covered almonds have been recalled in the US because they may contain another nut not declared on labels. The American supermarket chain Meijer is recalling some packages of its Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds as they could also contain dark chocolate-covered cashews. 'People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product,' states an announcement published Monday by the nation's agency ensuring food, drugs and products are safe for the public. The affected almonds came in black stand-up pouches with sell by dates of May 7, 2026, or May 28, 2026, and eight-count, 1.5-ounce multi-pack boxes with the sell by date of May 5, 2026. They were sold at Meijer stores in six states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. Meijer initiated the recall after being notified of the issue by a customer. There have not been any reports of customers becoming sick from eating the almonds. Customers who are allergic or sensitive to cashews should return the item at any Meijer store for a full refund. Anyone with health concerns should contact a doctor, and those with questions on the recall should reach out to the supermarket chain. More Trending Meijer is a family-operated and privately owned company with more than 500 grocery stores and supercenters across the Midwest. 'As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services,' states the company's advisory shared by the US Food and Drug Administration. It comes nearly two weeks after another grocery chain, ALDI, recalled its Casa Mamita Churro Bites Filled with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream because they could contain undeclared milk. The sweet treat was sent to 13 states. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Decriminalisation of abortion takes one step closer after historic vote MORE: Trump says US won't assassinate Iran's leader 'for now' as he abruptly leaves G7 MORE: Now your phone can tell if you have depression using the selfie camera
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Health
- Miami Herald
Why one of the nation's top 15 grocers has recalled bags of chocolates
Erroneous packing of chocolates has triggered a recall to prevent a situation that can have serious consequences. Meijer recalled Frederik's by Meijer Dark Chocolate Almonds because some of the chocolates might be dark chocolate-covered cashews. Most consumers would consider this a mere annoyance, but those with a cashew allergy, as Meijer's recall notice states, 'run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction' if they eat cashews. While both almonds and cashews are tree nuts, people can have a cashew allergy without having an almond allergy. MORE: The possibly fatal reason gummies sold at Aldi, BJ's and on Amazon got recalled Meijer, the nation's 13th largest grocer according to said it learned of the problem from a customer. This covers Fredrck's Dark Chocolate Almonds in 12-ounce pouches with sell by dates of 05/07/2026 and 05/28/2026 and boxes with eight 1.5-ounce pouches with a sell by date of 05/05/2026. They went to Meijer stores in Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin. If there's any chance these chocolates would wind up in the mouth of someone with a cashew allergy, return them to the customer service desk at any Meijer for a full refund. Questions about this recall can be answered by Meijer at 800-543-3704, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., Eastern time.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MEIJER ISSUES RECALL ON FREDERIK'S DARK CHOCOLATE ALMONDS DUE TO PRESENCE OF UNDECLARED CASHEWS
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer is announcing a recall of certain packages of Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds because they may also contain dark chocolate-covered cashews, which are not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. The recall includes Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds in black stand-up pouches sold at Meijer stores in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin with a sell-by date of 05/07/2026 or 05/28/2026, and 8-count, 1.5-ounce multi-pack boxes with a sell-by date of 05/05/2026. Meijer has not received any claims of illness associated with this recall to date. The following products are included in the recall: UPC Recalled Product Name Sell By Date(s) 7-08820-68730-1 Frederik's by Meijer Dark Chocolate Almonds (12 oz.) 05/07/2026, 05/28/2026 7-19283-11923-0 Frederik's Dark Chocolate Almonds 8-count 1.5 oz. 05/05/2026 This recall was initiated after Meijer was informed of the issue by a customer who received the product. Customers with allergies or sensitivities to cashews should discontinue use and return the product to the customer service desk at any Meijer store for a full refund. Customers with questions regarding this recall can contact Meijer at 800-543-3704 from 7 a.m.-1 a.m. EDT daily. Customers with questions or concerns about their health are encouraged to contact their primary care provider. About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned, family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company can be found by visiting View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Meijer Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
