USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Soups, Bowls Nationwide Due to Contamination Risk

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a nationwide public health alert regarding potential wood contamination in various soup and bowl products, including those from well-known brands like Campbell's and Health Request. The contamination was discovered after cilantro, an FDA-regulated ingredient, was recalled due to foreign material. These products have been distributed to retail and institutional locations in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, with expectations that more products may be added to the alert. Consumers are advised not to consume these items and to either throw them away or return them to the point of purchase. The FSIS emphasizes the importance of checking for affected products as further alerts may follow. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about food safety and contamination risks.