California Company Recalls Bagged Green Leaf Lettuce Due to Possible Health Risks

The products were distributed in Arizona, California, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, and sold to retail stores, and distributors who may have further sold it to restaurants.

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(SALINAS, Calif.) - The Nunes Company, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of green leaf lettuce designated by the code 6SL0024 sold October 3rd, 2006 through October 6th, 2006 under the Foxy® brand.

The items recalled by The Nunes Company, Inc. are:

Green Leaf 24 Count, waxed carton

Green Leaf 18 Count, cellophane sleeve, returnable cartons

The above products may be contaminated with Escherichia coli bacteria (E. coli). Pathogenic E. coli bacteria may cause a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS).

HUS is most likely to occur in young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.

The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.

The product can be identified as Foxy® green leaf lettuce sold under lot code 6SL0024, and purchased on or after October 3rd, 2006 through October 6th, 2006.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated when it was discovered that water used to irrigate the product may have been contaminated with E. coli. Subsequent investigation indicated that the problems were caused by temporary use of a secondary water source, initially testing positive for E. coli.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (800) 695-5012.

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Steve, Boycott all green leaf lettuce. Not for political reasons, you are better off with a glass of water. They use the term Green to deceive you into thinking that is part of the dark greens that all nutritionists advocate.

How's about listing the stores carrying that brand of lettuce. After I buy a head of lettuce and open it, the wrapper is discarded. I am one those without the photo-memory to recall the brand of the lettuce I purchased.

Thanks Cliff Claven

My grandmother always said that cooked vegetables are better. She was right. When you cook them, vitamins are freed up for absorption. Iceberg Lettuce is a nutritional void. It is mostly good for ruffage. Dark green leafy, dark colors like red cabbage, broccoli and carrots are the best.....COOKED! Moderately.

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