CDC investigates multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to ‘Live it Up Super Greens’ supplement powder

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it is investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to Live it Up Super Greens supplement powder, warning consumers to throw away or return recalled products. The agency reported dozens of illnesses across multiple states and said the investigation involves coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and state health officials. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

In its latest update, the CDC said 45 people infected with the outbreak strain had been reported from 21 states, with 12 hospitalizations among those with available information and no deaths reported. Illness onset dates ranged from late August 2025 through late December 2025, suggesting the product may have been in circulation for months before the outbreak was recognized. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

Investigators believe the supplement powder may be contaminated with Salmonella Typhimurium, based on epidemiologic data that connect reported illnesses to the product. Officials typically use interviews, purchase information, and lab testing to determine whether a specific food or supplement is a common exposure among sick people. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

The CDC cautioned that the true number of illnesses in foodborne outbreaks is often higher than confirmed reports because many people recover without medical care and are never tested. The agency also noted that recently occurring illnesses may not yet appear in official counts due to the time needed for reporting and lab confirmation. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

For consumers who may have the recalled product, officials recommend discontinuing use immediately and following disposal or return guidance. Because Salmonella can spread via contaminated hands and surfaces, the CDC advises cleaning and sanitizing areas where the supplement was stored, prepared, or consumed, especially if it was handled near other foods. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

Salmonella infection can cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, and can be more severe in young children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems. People who develop severe symptoms or signs of dehydration are encouraged to seek medical care promptly. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

Outbreak investigations often evolve as additional interviews and testing are completed. The CDC said it will continue working with public health and regulatory partners to determine the outbreak’s scope, identify how contamination occurred, and reduce the risk of further illnesses linked to the supplement. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))

Even after a recall, health agencies generally watch for newly reported cases that might be connected to leftover products still in homes or to secondary exposure, which is why officials stress safe disposal and sanitation alongside returning or discarding the item. ([cdc.gov](https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/supergreenssupplementpowders-1-26/investigation.html?utm_source=openai))