Feel Good Foods, a gluten-free meal provider, has voluntarily recalled its Plain and Everything flavored Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Bagels over concerns of cross-contamination with gluten. The recall was initiated after a consumer reported experiencing an adverse reaction to gluten. The FDA warned that individuals with allergies or sensitivities to gluten could face serious allergic reactions if they consume these products. The recalled products include ‘Cream Cheese Stuffed Plain Mini Bagels’ and ‘Cream Cheese Stuffed Everything Mini Bagels’ with specific UPC codes and best-by dates.
The affected products were distributed across the United States and are typically found in the frozen section of stores. Consumers who have allergies or sensitivities to wheat or gluten are advised to dispose of these products. Feel Good Foods founder Vanessa Phillips stated that as someone personally affected by celiac disease, ensuring the safety and integrity of their gluten-free products is a top priority. The company contacted the FDA upon discovering trace amounts of gluten cross-contamination and took immediate action to recall the impacted products.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are urged to stop consuming them and can receive a full refund by visiting their retailer or contacting Feel Good Foods’ Customer Care Center. The company’s customer service can be reached via email or phone during specific hours of operation. Feel Good Foods emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of their customers is their number one priority, and product testing is regularly conducted according to stringent quality and safety protocols. The recall of the Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Bagels is part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of food products for individuals with allergies or sensitivities.
In addition to the Feel Good Foods recall, the FDA announced recalls of other food products due to undeclared allergens. Gracie’s Kitchens of New Haven, Connecticut, recalled packages of King Kullen Broccoli Cutlets with Bread Crumbs and Parmesan due to potential sesame and wheat contamination. Home Style Foods recalled cases of Kowalski Simply Sides—Jack’s Potato Salad in Michigan for an incorrect label that failed to disclose an egg allergen. Belgian Yummies of Fort Myers, Florida, recalled Ice Cream Sandwiches and Gelato containers for failing to indicate the presence of wheat, soy, egg, coconut, peanuts, and FD&C Yellow #5. These recalls highlight the importance of accurate allergen labeling to protect consumers from potential allergic reactions.
As part of their commitment to ensuring food safety, Feel Good Foods is working closely with regulatory agencies to address the issue of gluten cross-contamination in their products. Consumers are encouraged to stay informed about product recalls and follow guidelines provided by manufacturers and regulatory authorities in order to protect their health. The recall of the Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Bagels serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency in food labeling and the need for companies to uphold rigorous safety standards to prevent allergen-related incidents.
