Kelloggs recall the honey smack cereals due to several salmonella cases

Kelloggs recall the honey smack cereals due to several salmonella cases

On 14 June 2018 the leading cereal manufacturer – Kellogg’s, well known for producing great breakfast choices has launched a public declaration for the honey smack recall. The honey smack cereals have been one of the popularly consumed cereals of Kellogg’s. They were launched in the market in the year 1953, and have been a part of the kellogg’s product range ever since.

What are the reasons behind the Kelloggs recall?

In 31 states of the United States of America, around 73 cases of Kelloggs food poisoning were reported. Due to the seriousness of the illness, 24 patients were hospitalized. Although no deaths have been reported, the leading manufacturer has announced the honey smack recall to prevent any further cases. The formal Kelloggs recall was announced by the cereal manufacturer after CDC declared the cereal responsible for the illnesses. According to the CDC reports, the honey smack cereals have caused the outbreak of salmonella in the people who consumed it.

All the batches of honey smack cereals produced with the use by date between 14 June 2018 and 14 June 2019 have been recalled. In addition to that, all the 15.3 ounces honey smack boxes with the U.P.C code 3800039103 are specifically recalled. 

What are the symptoms of Kelloggs food poisoning?

 All honey smack consumers need to be vigilant for any symptoms that might indicate the outbreak of salmonella. The common symptoms of a person struck by salmonella include the following:

Diarrhea

Abdominal cramps and ache

Vomiting

Nausea

Fever

If you are someone who has purchased a honey smack cereal box with the use by date in the above-mentioned time period, then stop using it and throw it right away even if it has not caused any harm. The retailers should stop the sale of any honey smack boxes and return them to the manufacturer.

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