Super Greens Recall Alert: 45 Sickened with Salmonella

What You Need to Know About the Nationwide Supplement Recall

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:00pm

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A ghostly, translucent X-ray photograph of a dietary supplement powder container, revealing its internal structure and texture in shades of grey.An X-ray view of the contaminated dietary supplement powder exposes the hidden dangers within.Delaware Today

A popular diet supplement powder under the Super Greens brand has been linked to a salmonella outbreak affecting at least 45 people across nearly two dozen states. Superfoods Inc. has initiated a recall for several of its Super Greens products, and federal health officials are urging consumers to dispose of or return the affected items.

Why it matters

Salmonella poisoning can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. This recall highlights the importance of food safety and the need for greater accountability from companies when it comes to ensuring the quality and safety of their products.

The details

The illnesses associated with the Super Greens powder were documented between August 22 and December 30, 2025, with at least 12 people requiring hospitalization. The affected states include Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin.

  • The illnesses were documented between August 22 and December 30, 2025.
  • Superfoods Inc. initiated the recall on April 12, 2026.

The players

Superfoods Inc.

The manufacturer behind the Live it Up-brand Super Greens powder that has been linked to the salmonella outbreak.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The federal agency conducting an ongoing investigation into the matter and providing guidance to consumers.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

The federal agency that has been monitoring the salmonella cases associated with the Super Greens powder.

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What’s next

The FDA is conducting an ongoing investigation into the matter, indicating that there may be additional products that could be contaminated.

The takeaway

This recall highlights the importance of vigilance when it comes to food safety, especially with widely distributed products. Consumers should be aware of the potential risks and take appropriate action to protect their health, while companies must be held accountable for ensuring the quality and safety of their products.