FDA links Salmonella outbreak to ‘Super Greens’ dietary supplement and urges consumers to stop using recalled product
U.S. regulators say an ongoing Salmonella outbreak has been associated with a powdered greens supplement, with dozens of illnesses reported across multiple states. The FDA is advising consumers to avoid specific lots and follow recall guidance.
What the FDA says is driving the outbreak
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says an outbreak strain of Salmonella has been linked to a dietary supplement powder marketed as Live it Up-brand Super Greens. Based on epidemiological information collected with the CDC, the FDA reports 45 illnesses across 21 states, with 12 hospitalizations and no deaths reported. Illness onset dates ranged from August 22, 2025, to December 30, 2025.
Investigators found that many people who became ill reported consuming the product before their symptoms began. The FDA said the firm agreed to initiate a voluntary recall on January 14, 2026, and the agency is continuing traceback work and sampling to determine the source and scope of contamination.
Recall details consumers should know
The FDA advises consumers and retailers not to eat, sell or serve the recalled supplement powder. The recall applies to Live it Up-brand Super Greens dietary supplement powder in original and wild berry flavors, with expiration dates ranging from 08/2026 to 01/2028. The agency recommends throwing the product away or returning it to the place of purchase.
Because Salmonella can cause serious illness—particularly for young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems—health officials emphasize taking symptoms seriously. People who believe they may be sick should contact a healthcare provider, and consumers can report adverse events or complaints through FDA channels.
What happens next
The FDA noted that additional products may be contaminated and that its advisory could change as more data becomes available. That means shoppers should watch for updates, keep receipts or packaging when possible, and check home pantries for matching expiration dates, especially if they routinely use powdered greens products.
This outbreak is also a reminder that “wellness” products are not automatically low-risk: contamination can occur during sourcing, processing or packaging, and powdered supplements can reach a wide consumer base quickly through online and nationwide distribution.