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The FDA has resumed its inquiry into a Salmonella outbreak associated with moringa leaf powder following the report of more illnesses, and has released a new recall advisory on May 27, 2026. Moringa powder, commonly found in health food shops, Amazon, Walmart, and Whole Foods as a superfood supplement, has been pinpointed as the cause of a multi-state Salmonella Typhimurium and Newport outbreak. The CDC indicates that the outbreak is still active. Shoppers who have bought moringa powder products are advised to cease usage immediately, consult the FDA recall advisory for affected brands and lot numbers, and seek medical help if they have experienced fever, diarrhea, or stomach cramps within 72 hours post-consumption.

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00:00A popular health supplement, sold at major U.S. retailers, has been linked to a dangerous salmonella outbreak,
00:06and the FDA has now issued a new recall.
00:09Moringa powder, sold widely as a superfood supplement in health food stores, Amazon, Walmart, and Whole Foods,
00:16has been confirmed as the source of a multi-state salmonella tifomirium and Newport outbreak.
00:21The FDA reopened its investigation on May 27 after additional illnesses were reported,
00:28issuing an updated recall that covers new product batches and brands.
00:31The CDC says the outbreak is ongoing.
00:34Salmonella infection causes fever, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and in severe cases can require hospitalization,
00:43particularly in children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
00:48If you or anyone in your household has purchased moringa powder in any form in recent months,
00:53stop using it immediately.
00:55Check the FDA website for the full list of recalled brands and lot numbers.
01:00If you have developed symptoms in the past 72 hours after consuming moringa products,
01:05seek medical attention today.
01:07I'll see you next week,
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