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Nine varieties of salty snacks were recalled from a major national manufacturer this week amid concerns over the risk of salmonella, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.<\/p>\n
On Monday, Utz Quality Foods, a major US snack manufacturer based in Pennsylvania, announced a safety alert regarding products sold under two of its brands: Zaps and Dirty. <\/p>\n
The recalled potato chips were mixed with dry milk powder obtained from a California dairy cooperative, which may contain salmonella. The FDA said in a statement<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n As a precaution, Utz is warning consumers about potential health risks associated with the products. The FDA said several experienced batches have tested negative for salmonella. No illnesses have been reported, the agency said. The powder was obtained from California Dairies Inc.<\/p>\n Utz’s snacks are sold at retail stores nationwide, including Walmart and Target. The FDA advises buyers to avoid the following chips:<\/p>\n Most of the recalled items are scheduled to expire in August 2026. If you’ve consumed these snacks in the past few days, the FDA recommends being alert for possible symptoms. <\/p>\n Salmonella is a foodborne illness that can be fatal for young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. National Institutes of Health.<\/a> <\/p>\n Symptoms may develop between 12 and 72 hours after infection, According to FDA<\/a>. <\/p>\n The FDA said people with strong immune systems infected with Salmonella may experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. Disease may last four to seven days<\/a>.<\/p>\n In rare cases, the agency said, the infection can lead to more serious diseases such as artery infections, endocarditis and arthritis. <\/p>\n If you are infected with Salmonella, Center for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. <\/p>\n The CDC recommends consulting a doctor before taking anti-diarrhea medicine or antibiotics. The agency says if serious symptoms persist after two days, seek medical help. <\/p>\nzaps<\/h3>\n
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