A popular dairy-free milk alternative is being recalled in more than two dozen states because it could cause a “life-threatening” reaction.
Massachusetts-based HP Hood LLC has recalled five 96-ounce containers of Lactaid milk because the products may contain undeclared almonds.
People with an allergy or sensitivity to almonds are at risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The company discovered traces of almonds in its products after routine maintenance processes revealed traces of the food. No illnesses have been reported, the FDA said.
The products were sold to retailers and wholesalers in 27 states across the country.
The recall applies to products like the ones above, with expiration dates ranging from November to December 2024.
Lactaid 2% calcium-fortified milk (pictured above) is among the products included in the recall.
States include Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The recall applies to 96 oz refrigerated containers of Lactaid products, dairy-free milk alternatives for people with lactose intolerance, with expiration dates ranging from November 2024 to December 2024.
The product lot code is 51-4109 P2.
They include Lactaid whole milk, Lactaid 2% milk, Lactaid 1% milk, Lactaid nonfat milk, and Lactaid calcium-fortified 2% milk.
The FDA Market recall notice She stated: ‘People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds may be at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.’
Almonds are considered nuts and fall into a category of foods called drupes, a type of fruit with a fleshy exterior and a shell covering a seed.
While the estimated number of people with nut allergies varies widely depending on location and the definition of allergy, a 2018 study study He said it could range from 0.2 percent of children to 0.5 percent of adults.
Among people with allergies to tree nuts, which also include cashews, pecans and hazelnuts, an allergy to almonds is reported in 9 to 15 percent of people, according to Insider information on allergies.
Allergic reactions occur because the immune system overreacts to a protein in almonds, triggering a cascade of symptoms ranging from mild to severe.
Lactaid nonfat milk (left) and Lactaid 1% milk (right) are among the products included in the recall.
Symptoms may include itching in the mouth and throat, hives, stomach pain, vomiting, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the mouth, tongue, and throat.
In severe cases, people may experience anaphylactic shock, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.
People with anaphylaxis experience swelling of the throat, making it difficult to breathe, difficulty swallowing, weak pulse, and dizziness or fainting.
They can also go into shock, which occurs when the body’s circulatory system cannot supply enough blood to vital tissues and organs.
Anaphylaxis is treated with epinephrine or adrenaline, which can be injected into the thigh of the allergic person. Supplemental oxygen, as well as antihistamines and steroids, can also help improve the person’s condition.
The exact annual number of fatal cases of anaphylaxis in the United States is unknown, but one study It is estimated that between 0.25 and 0.33 percent of patients with anaphylaxis die, representing between 60 and 100 deaths per year.