28 Drinks Recalled Over Chemical Exposure, FDA Report

Consumers may want to be more decisive when purchasing or ordering their favorite drinks. Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported the recall of 28 drinks due to harmful chemicals, drugs, or bacteria that pose significant health risks. Here is an overview of each drink and the associated health risks.

Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale

Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale was recalled because it contained sugar despite being marketed as sugar-free. This mislabeling can be particularly dangerous for individuals who need to monitor their sugar intake carefully, such as diabetics.¹

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Mug Root Beer

Due to a labeling error where cans labeled as “regular soda” contain the sugar-free version, Mug poses health risks for consumers who need to monitor their sugar intake.

Martinelli’s Apple Juice

Martinelli’s Apple Juice was found to contain high levels of arsenic, a toxic metal linked to an increased risk of several cancers, a weakened immune system, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

Fiji Water

Fiji Water was recalled after tests revealed the presence of manganese and three different types of bacteria, which can cause gastrointestinal problems and increase the risk of infection.

Charles Boggini’s Flavoring Base

The flavoring base, including Pink Lemonade, Yellow Lemonade, and Yellow Lemonade X, was recalled due to the presence of harmful food dyes such as Red 40 and Yellow 5, linked to an increased cancer risk with long-term consumption.

The Widemann Company’s Tapee Tea

Tapee Tea was recalled for containing undeclared anti-inflammatory medications, posing significant health risks such as high blood sugar levels and increased risk of heart problems.²

Rise Brewing Organic’s Original Oat Milk

This oat milk was recalled due to bacterial contamination, which can lead to severe foodborne illnesses.

Xlim Express Coffee

Xlim Express Coffee was found to contain harmful chemicals leading to its recall by the FDA.

Sammy’s Milk Goat Milk Toddler Formula

Sammy’s Milk Goat Milk Toddler Formula was recalled due to toxic chemical contamination, posing serious health risks to toddlers.

Rise Brewing Organic’s Vanilla Oat Milk

Similar to the Original variant, Rise Brewing’s Organic Vanilla Oat Milk was also found to be contaminated with harmful bacteria, prompting a recall.

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Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid

Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid was recalled for containing toxic levels of Vitamin D, which can lead to hypervitaminosis D, causing nausea, weakness, and kidney problems.

Barsotti Organic Carrot Juice

The Juice was found to contain harmful bacteria, prompting a recall to prevent potential foodborne illnesses.

Longreen Reishi Coffee

Longreen Reishi Coffee was recalled due to the presence of dangerous levels of certain contaminants that can adversely affect health.

Trader Joe’s 100% Organic Carrot Juice

Similar to Barsotti’s, Trader Joe’s 100% Organic Carrot Juice was also recalled due to bacterial contamination that could lead to serious health issues.

Powerade Zero Mixed Berry

Powerade Zero Mixed Berry was recalled because it contained higher levels of certain chemicals than allowed, posing health risks.

Powerade Zero Fruit Punch

The Fruit Punch flavor also faced a recall due to excessive chemical contaminants that could be harmful to consumers.

Powerade Mountain Berry Blast

Mountain Berry Blast was also found to contain excessive chemical contaminants, leading to its recall.

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Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Water

Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Water was recalled after tests showed contamination with harmful bacteria, which can cause severe health problems.

Enfamil Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder

The Formula Powder was recalled due to contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacterium that can cause serious infections like meningitis or sepsis in infants.

House of Coffee Beans Bags

House of Coffee beans bags were recalled for containing higher than acceptable levels of certain harmful chemicals that can pose health risks.

Longreen Cordyceps Coffee

Longreen Cordyceps Coffee was also found to contain harmful chemicals leading to its recall by the FDA.

Yogi Echinacea Immune Support Tea

Yogi Echinacea Immune Support Tea was recalled for containing harmful levels of contaminants that can pose significant health risks.

Crecelac Powdered Goat Milk Infant Formula

Crecelac Powdered Goat Milk Infant Formula faced a recall because it did not meet FDA guidelines and contained harmful chemicals.

Mt. Capra Goat Milk Formula Recipe Kit

Mt. Capra Goat Milk Formula Recipe Kit was recalled for similar reasons as Crecelac, including not meeting FDA standards and containing toxic substances.

Conclusion

The recall of these 28 beverages by the FDA underscores the importance of rigorous quality control and monitoring in the food and beverage industry. Consumers should stay informed about to protect their health and well-being.

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