Salmonella Outbreak Linked to “Super Greens” Dietary Supplement
A recent recall of the “Live it Up Super Greens” dietary supplement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been linked to at least 45 salmonella cases across 21 states, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The affected states include Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported from August 22, 2025, to December 30, 2025. Twelve people have been hospitalized, and of the people interviewed by state and local health officials, 16 reported eating the recalled supplement powders before they got sick. The ages of those sickened ranged from 16 to 81 years old, according to the CDC.
Recall and Safety Precautions
The FDA warned consumers not to eat, sell, or serve the Live It Up Super Greens supplements in the original and wild berry flavors that have expiration dates from August 2026 to January 2028. Consumers are urged to throw the product away or return it. Additionally, the CDC recommends washing items and surfaces that may have touched the recalled products with hot soapy water.
Live it Up agreed to initiate a voluntary recall, according to the FDA. However, as of Wednesday night, the products appeared to still be available for purchase on the company’s website. An investigation into the source of salmonella contamination is ongoing.
Salmonella Infection and Symptoms
People infected with the salmonella bacteria can experience symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Most people who get sick recover within a week, but infections can be severe in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.
This recall follows another salmonella outbreak last October stemming from a different super greens product sold at Sam’s Club. The CDC and FDA continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the investigation.
For more information on the recall and safety precautions, consumers can visit the FDA website or contact the CDC. Edited by Faris Tanyos.
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