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Baby food brand recalled over bacteria fears

Eating PC Organics brand Apple, Blueberry and Green Pea strained food could be dangerous
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PC Organics brand Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea strained baby food may contain dangerous bacteria, the agency warned consumers in recalling the tainted product. Supplied photo.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled a brand of baby food following a customer complaint that led to the discovery of contamination.

PC Organics brand Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea strained baby food may contain dangerous bacteria, the agency warned consumers in recalling the tainted product.

“Loblaw Companies Limited is recalling one specific lot code … from the marketplace because it may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum,” the agency said in a news release. “Consumers should not consume the recalled product.”

The item in question is PC Organics Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea strained baby food 128 mL, with the UPC code of 0 60383 06292 7, with an expiry date of Oct. 31, 2017.

“If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor,” the release said. “Check to see if you have recalled product in your home. Recalled product should be thrown out or returned to the store where it was purchased.” 

Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled, but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, blurred or double vision, dry mouth, respiratory failure and paralysis. 

“In severe cases of illness, people may die,” the release said. 

The recall was triggered by a consumer complaint. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is investigating, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the agency will notify the public.

So far, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of the contaminated product.


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