After 17 reports of illness, Aloha, Inc. issued a recall of all packages and sizes of Premium Protein powder in chocolate and vanilla blends because it has the potential to be contaminated with Staphylococcus enterotoxin, a bacteria that causes staphylococcal food poisoning. Symptoms of Staphylococcus food poisoning include nausea, vomiting, retching and abdominal cramping. In more severe cases there may be headache, muscle cramping, and transient changes in blood pressure and pulse, which can lead to extreme weakness and an inability to get out of bed.
The recalled Aloha Premium Protein products were distributed nationwide from November 2014 through January 2015 through internet sales. They were also distributed in New York at a few retail stores, but neither the company nor the FDA have released a list of these stores.
The company’s Vanilla and Chocolate Premium Protein blends were sold in 14-serving sized steel tins and single-serving sized pouches. The single serving pouches may be in kits that contain other products. If in a kit, only the Aloha Protein product is recalled. The other products in the kit are not affected by the recall.
To date, the company has received 17 complaints from customers who have reported transient gastrointestinal symptoms consistent with staphylococcal food poisoning. The company issued the recall after testing product samples and determining that the products may be contaminated with the bacteria.
Traceback investigations are being done to find the source of the contamination. The company has stated that it is working with its manufacturer, co-packers, ingredient suppliers and distribution partners to determine the source and cause of the contamination.
Aloha has temporarily ceased production and distribution of the Premium Protein products until further analytical testing can confirm the specific source of the contamination.
If you are a customer, you should have received notice of the recall.
Staphylococcus Food Poisoning?
You may have a claim for compensation if:
- you consumed an Aloha Protein product and
- you were diagnosed with Staphylococcus food poisoning.
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