Diamond of California Recalls Macadamia Nuts for Salmonella

Snyder’s-Lance’s Diamond of California brand had issued a voluntary recall on its macadamia nuts over food poisoning issues. According to a news report on Patch.com, the products have been recalled due to salmonella contamination. So far, the company says, no illnesses have been reported and that the recall was issued as a precaution. The recall was prompted by testing results from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) laboratory.

The testing found salmonella in a 4-ounce package of Diamond of California Chopped Macadamia Nuts. Consumers who may have purchased these recalled products are urged not to eat them. They can contact the company’s consumer affairs department for a full refund by calling 1-503-364-0399. For more information about the recall, visit fda.gov.

The Dangers of Salmonella

In severe cases, salmonellosis can cause serious illness and sometimes death. You can get salmonella from eating a wide variety of foods, not just from eggs and undercooked poultry. Poultry and eggs are primary culprits. But, salmonella can be found in a variety of foods including ground meat, fruits, vegetables, nuts and even frozen foods.

Although anyone can get a salmonella infection, older adults, infants, and people with impaired immune systems are at increased risk for serious illness. In these people, a relatively small number of salmonella bacteria can cause severe illness. Possible signs and symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever, chills, headache and blood in the stool. 

If You Have Been Affected

Food producers and distributors have a duty and a legal obligation to provide consumers with food that is safe and clean. If you have suffered food poisoning, you may be able to seek compensation from the at-fault parties for damages such as medical expenses, lost income, cost of diagnosis, hospitalization, pain and suffering and emotional distress. If you have suffered food poisoning, be sure to get prompt medical attention, treatment and care. Preserve the contaminated food so it can be tested in a laboratory independently for the presence of pathogens. Report your illness to the local health care agency, which keeps track of food-borne illnesses. Victims would also be well advised to contact an experienced California personal injury lawyer who will fight to protect their rights and help them secure the compensation they rightfully deserve.