South Island brand Pesto is being recalled from the marketplace in British Columbia due to the potential presence of Clostridium botulinum, a dangerous bacteria that can lead to severe health risks. Consumers are advised not to consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled products.
Recalled Product Details:
- Product: Pesto
- Issue: Food – Microbial Contamination – Clostridium botulinum
- Distribution: The affected product has been distributed in British Columbia.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled Pesto are strongly urged to take the following actions:
- Do not consume the product.
- Do not serve, use, sell, or distribute the recalled Pesto.
- Check your refrigerator and pantry for the recalled product.
- If you believe you became sick from consuming the recalled product, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
- Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased.
Symptoms of Clostridium botulinum Contamination: Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not exhibit any signs of spoilage, but can still cause severe illness. Symptoms in adults can include:
- Facial paralysis or loss of facial expression
- Unreactive or fixed pupils
- Difficulty swallowing
- Drooping eyelids
- Blurred or double vision
- Difficulty speaking, including slurred speech
- Change in sound of voice, including hoarseness
Symptoms in Children: In children, symptoms may include:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Slurred speech
- Generalized weakness and paralysis
It is important to note that botulism does not typically cause a fever. In severe cases, botulism can be life-threatening.
Source:https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/south-island-brand-pesto-recalled-due-potential-presence-dangerous-bacteria?utm_source=gc-notify&utm_medium=email&utm_content=en&utm_campaign=hc-sc-rsa-22-23
