Organic baby formula recalled because of the potential risk of botulism
Three infants, including one in Pennsylvania, have been hospitalized with botulism.
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Three infants, including one in Pennsylvania, have been hospitalized with botulism.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Some popular baby formula brands contain heavy metals, including arsenic, lead and PFAS, or "forever" chemicals, according to a new report from Consumer Reports.
Infant botulism cases linked to ByHeart baby formula have been reported in 12 states including Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The company expanded the recall to now include all batches of Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Pack cans, instead of just specific batches.
About one in five newborns in the U.S. start out on infant formula, making it a crucial source of nutrition.
Postpartum health organization based in Germantown aims to close health disparities gaps and promote breastfeeding among Black moms.
Researchers analyzed 651 commercially produced infant and toddler foods across 10 different grocery chains in the U.S., finding nearly 60% failed to meet nutritional standards.
A Gerber infant formula under voluntary recall for possible contamination with a germ that can seriously sicken babies was distributed to some US retailers even after the initial notice, according to a release shared by the FDA.
The recall is because of a possible bacteria contamination.
Manufacturer says it's recalling formula "out of an abundance of caution" after samples tested negative for contaminants.
