Check Your Fridge: FDA Flags Dangerous Garlic Recall Linked to Botulism Risk 

🧄 What happened

• Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic sold at Tops grocery stores in New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont has been recalled.

• The FDA classified it as a Class I recall, the most serious level, meaning the product could cause severe health consequences or death.

⚠️ Why it was recalled

• The garlic must be stored between 32–35°F, but it was kept in open‑air coolers that didn’t maintain safe temperatures.

• Improper storage creates conditions where botulism can grow.

🛒 Product details

• Sold in 6‑ounce containers.

• Affected UPC codes:
  

  • 00068826753408

  • 00071894000005

• All best‑by dates are included in the recall.

🚨 Health risk

• Botulism symptoms can appear 6 hours to 2 weeks after eating contaminated food.

• Anyone experiencing symptoms should contact a healthcare provider immediately.

🧾 What consumers should do

• Check your refrigerator for the recalled garlic.

• Do not eat it.

• Tops will provide a refund with proof of purchase.

NCWellnessHub.com