CDC investigates multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to Super Greens supplement powder

CDC tracks outbreak tied to a supplement powder

The CDC says it and public health officials in multiple states are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to Live it Up Super Greens supplement powder. In an update dated January 14, 2026, the agency advised consumers who have the recalled product at home to throw it away or return it to the store.

According to the CDC’s outbreak timeline, reported illnesses include 45 people whose onset dates form the current curve being tracked by investigators. The agency cautioned that recent illnesses may not yet appear in the data because it can take three to four weeks to confirm whether a sick person is part of a specific outbreak through interviews, lab work, and public health review.

Why the reported number is often an underestimate

The CDC emphasized that outbreak counts typically understate the real total because many people recover without medical care, are not tested, or never have their infections reported into the surveillance systems used to connect cases. That means the investigation often relies on a combination of lab-confirmed cases, consumer interviews, and product trace-back work to identify the most likely source.

Officials continue to examine how the product was manufactured, distributed, and handled, and whether additional lots or related products could be implicated. Investigators also look for common purchase patterns and other exposures that could explain clusters in certain states.

Public guidance: discard recalled products and watch for symptoms

Consumers are being urged to check their homes for the recalled supplement and avoid using it. People who think they became sick after consuming the product are encouraged to contact healthcare providers, particularly if symptoms are severe or persist. Public health officials note that prompt reporting and testing can help investigators better understand the outbreak’s size, geography, and risk factors.

As the investigation continues, officials may update guidance based on new case reports, lab findings, and trace-back results. For now, the central recommendation remains straightforward: do not consume the recalled product and reduce cross-contamination risk by cleaning any containers or surfaces that may have contacted the powder.