A salmonella outbreak tied to frozen meals from the meal delivery service Metabolic Meals has sickened at least 16 people in 10 states, according to a CDC alert issued on September 5.
Seven people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported so far.
According to USA Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging customers not to eat specific meals delivered during the week of July 28, which may be contaminated.
The CDC believes the number of sick people may grow, as it often takes weeks for infections to be reported and confirmed.
The affected products include:
Four Cheese Tortellini with Pesto Sauce and Grilled Chicken – Lot Code: 25199 (Best by: Aug. 7, 2025)
Low Carb Chicken Teriyaki and Vegetables – Lot Code: 25202 (Best by: Aug. 5, 2025)
Black Garlic & Ranch Chicken Tenders with Roasted Vegetables – Lot Code: 25205 (Best by: Aug. 8, 2025)
Sliced Top Sirloin with Roasted Peanut Sauce and Summer Vegetables – Lot Code: 25203 (Best by: Aug. 6, 2025)
Additional affected lot codes: 25199, 25202, 25203, 25204, and 25205
Consumers Urged to Discard Specific Metabolic Meals Over Illness Risk
If you have any of these meals in your freezer or fridge, do not eat them, the CDC says. Instead, throw them away or call Metabolic Meals at 855-355-6325.
Be sure to wash your hands, kitchen surfaces, and any items the food may have touched with hot, soapy water.
The illnesses have been reported in these states:
Arkansas (1), California (3), Connecticut (1), Georgia (2), Illinois (1), Minnesota (2), Missouri (3), Texas (1), Washington (1), and Wisconsin (1).
In a statement, the CDC said Metabolic Meals is working with investigators and has already contacted customers who received the possibly contaminated meals.
Salmonella infections can cause diarrhea, stomach pain, fever, nausea, and vomiting. Symptoms usually appear between 6 hours to 6 days after infection and often last about a week,. ABC News said
While most people recover on their own, young children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems may need medical care.
According to the CDC, 1.35 million salmonella infections happen every year in the U.S., mostly from contaminated food.
The investigation is ongoing. Consumers are urged to stay alert for more updates and check their homes for the listed products.
Originally published on vcpost.com
