A popular brand of organic chia seeds has been voluntarily recalled nationwide due to the potential for Salmonella contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced.
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious foodborne illness — especially in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems — and chia seeds don’t look or smell spoiled even if they’re contaminated.
Here’s exactly what you need to know and do:
Which Chia Seeds Are Affected
The recall involves Navitas Organics Organic Chia Seeds packaged in 8-ounce sealed stand-up pouches with UPC 858847000284.
Affected lot codes (printed on the back above the nutrition facts) include:
- W31025283 — Best If Used By: End APR 2027
- W31025286 — Best If Used By: End APR 2027
- W31025287 — Best If Used By: End APR 2027
- W31025311 — Best If Used By: End MAY 2027
- W31025314 — Best If Used By: End MAY 2027
- W31025315 — Best If Used By: End MAY 2027
- W31025316 — Best If Used By: End MAY 2027
- W31025317 — Best If Used By: End MAY 2027
These affected products were distributed nationwide and sold at retailers such as Whole Foods Market and online through Amazon.
Why This Matters
Salmonella infection — also called salmonellosis — can make you seriously sick, even when foods look fine. Symptoms may include:
- fever
- diarrhea
- nausea
- vomiting
- abdominal pain
In vulnerable people, Salmonella infections can lead to dehydration, hospitalization, and more severe complications.
So far, no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recalled product, but because chia seeds are often eaten uncooked in smoothies, oatmeal, and snacks, this is being treated with caution.
What You Should Do
If you have this product in your home:
- Do NOT eat the chia seeds.
- Open the bag and discard the contents and packaging so it cannot be reused.
- Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund, or
- Open the bag and discard the contents and packaging so it cannot be reused.
Contact Navitas Organics for a replacement or questions at 855-215-5702 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET).
Yum’s Note
Because many people use chia seeds regularly in smoothies, yogurt bowls, overnight oats, and more, it’s worth checking your pantry carefully — especially if you buy in bulk or stock up. The lot codes listed above are the key way to confirm whether your package is part of this recall.
— Yum 💛
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