Before reaching for a jar of pistachio nut butter, Florida residents should check the label.
One lot of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter sold at Walmart has been recalled after the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services detected salmonella in three jars during routine testing.
The recalled product was distributed to Walmart stores in Florida and 18 other states.
What to check
The recall involves 6.7-ounce jars of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter with:
- UPC: 194346207961
- Lot number: LB028ACP04
- Expiration date: Jan. 28, 2027
If you have the recalled product, do not eat it or serve it to others. Return it to Walmart for a refund or throw it away somewhere children and pets cannot reach it.
Why salmonella matters
Salmonella can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, vomiting and headaches. Illness commonly lasts several days, and many people recover without medical treatment.
But foodborne illness can become more serious for young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
Food safety is part of preparedness
For Tampa Bay households, emergency preparedness isn't limited to hurricanes, flooding and severe weather.
Food recalls can happen quickly and involve products already sitting in refrigerators, freezers or pantries. Knowing where to check for recalls, and routinely checking products when an alert is issued, can help prevent an avoidable illness.
It's especially important during hurricane season, when families may be stocking up on shelf-stable foods for emergency kits. Before adding food to your hurricane supply, check expiration dates and active recalls.
Bottom line
Florida inspectors found the contamination before it could go unnoticed. Now it's up to consumers to check their kitchens.
If you have the recalled Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter, don't eat it. Check the UPC, lot number and expiration date, then return or safely discard the product.
