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First Pillsbury and Trader Joe’s. Now another food brand is recalling products over glass concerns
Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets has recalled its Natural Grocers Brand Organic 2-Pound Mung Beans due to customer complaints of finding glass fragments. This recall is the latest in a series of food product recalls this year involving potential glass contamination, following similar incidents with Pillsbury and Trader Joe's. The affected mung beans are packaged in clear plastic bags and can be identified by specific UPC and pack dates. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in relation to this specific recall. However, the FDA cautions that ingesting glass fragments can cause serious injuries. The recalled product was distributed across multiple states, including Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, and many others. Customers who purchased the affected mung beans are advised not to consume them. They can either discard the product or return it to the store for a full refund or credit. The recall highlights ongoing concerns about foreign objects in food products. Consumers should always remain vigilant when purchasing and consuming packaged foods.