Almond milk recalled in NSW after link to botulism poisoning
Posted Thu 16 Feb 2023 at 12:57amThursday 16 Feb 2023 at 12:57am, updated Thu 16 Feb 2023 at 1:37am
A brand of almond milk is being recalled in NSW after it was linked to a case of potentially life-threatening botulism.
Key points:
The contamination was suspected after a customer was admitted to hospital with severe symptoms of botulism poisoning
NSW Health says initial investigations confirmed the presence of botulinum toxin in a sample
Symptoms include weakness and vertigo, progressing to paralysis
Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk with a use-by date of March 1 was being sold at Woolworths in NSW.
NSW Health said initial investigations confirmed the presence of botulinum toxin in a sample of the milk.
The contamination was identified after a person experienced severe symptoms of botulism after drinking the product and was admitted to hospital, where they continue to receive treatment.
The NSW Food Authority is investigating the manufacturing of the product to determine the possible cause of the contamination.
NSW Health advises the recalled product is not safe to consume and is asking people to check their fridge and cupboards and dispose of the milk or return it to the shop for a refund.
NSW Health's Keira Glasgow says while food-borne botulism is very rare in Australia, the toxin can be extremely dangerous, even life-threatening.
Early symptoms of food-borne botulism include weakness, fatigue and vertigo.
"It is usually followed by blurred vision, dry mouth and difficulty swallowing. Nausea and vomiting may also occur," Ms Glasgow said.
"These symptoms can progress to paralysis of the arm muscles and continue down the body to the trunk and legs, and paralysis of breathing muscles can be fatal."
Anyone with symptoms is advised to seek immediate medical attention.
"Most cases recover if diagnosed and treated early," Ms Glasgow said.
Symptoms may begin from a few hours to several days after consuming the contaminated product.
Details of the affected product are listed on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) website.
AAP
JS Health x Inside Out Almond Milk and Oat Milk 1 L
Date published: 16 February 2023
Updated: 17 February 2023
Please note this food recall was expanded to include additional products following further investigation of the initial single product recall, conducted due to potential biotoxin contamination. More information on the initial recall is at 'Related links' below.
Product information
Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of multiple products:
JS Health x Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk Collagen + Calcium + Prebiotics, 1 L.
JS Health x Inside Out Unsweetened Oat Milk Collagen + Calcium + Prebiotics, 1 L
JS Health x Inside Out Barista Oat Milk Collagen + Calcium + Prebiotics, 1 L
The products have been available for sale at Woolworths nationally.
Date markings
USE BY DATE up to and including 18 MAY 2023
Problem
The recall is due to missing storage instructions. Product is not labelled with directions to ‘keep refrigerated’.
Food safety hazard
Failure to refrigerate this product may lead to microbial growth and biotoxin contamination which may cause illness/injury if consumed.
Country of origin
Australia
What to do
This product must be kept refrigerated. Consumers should not drink this product if it has not been kept refrigerated (stored below 4 degrees C). Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
Note: this product is sold refrigerated.
For further information please contact:
Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd
02 9737 9771
https://insideoutng.com.au
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