CDC investigates multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to greens supplement powder; 45 reported sick
Federal and state investigators say illnesses in a multistate Salmonella outbreak have been linked to a recalled “super greens” supplement powder. The CDC urges consumers to discard or return the product as officials continue tracing distribution and exposure patterns.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections that it has linked to a recalled greens supplement powder product, according to an agency update dated January 14, 2026. The CDC said people in multiple states became sick after exposure connected to the supplement, and it advised consumers to check their homes for the recalled item and either throw it away or return it to the store.
In its investigation update, the CDC reported 45 people infected with the outbreak strain across 21 states. Among those with available information, hospitalizations have occurred, though the agency said no deaths had been reported at the time of the update. The CDC cautioned that the reported number is likely an undercount because many people recover without medical care or testing, and because reporting and lab matching can take weeks.
Investigators are collecting multiple forms of evidence to confirm the source and understand the outbreak’s scope, including epidemiologic interviews and additional product and distribution data. The CDC said it is working with public health and regulatory partners, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, to determine how the contamination occurred and whether additional products could be involved.
Salmonella can cause symptoms including diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, and infection can be more severe for young children, older adults, pregnant people, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Public health agencies generally advise anyone experiencing severe symptoms, dehydration, or prolonged illness to seek medical care. People who think they were exposed can also help investigations by providing purchase information and keeping receipts where possible.
The CDC emphasized practical steps consumers can take immediately: stop using the recalled supplement, dispose of it safely, and clean and sanitize any surfaces, containers, or scoops that may have come into contact with the powder. Because supplements may be stored in kitchens near food-prep areas, officials also stress avoiding cross-contamination, such as using the same utensils or containers without washing.
The agency’s warning reflects a broader pattern in foodborne illness response: early public advisories aim to reduce further exposure while investigators continue to refine the case count and identify where products were sold. The CDC said its numbers can change as new illnesses are reported and laboratory evidence connects additional cases to the outbreak strain.