CDC warns of multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to Live It Up Super Greens powders
Federal health officials said a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been linked to Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders, prompting a recall. Consumers were urged to stop using the products, clean surfaces that may have been contaminated, and contact a healthcare provider if severe symptoms develop.
U.S. health officials warned consumers about a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders, advising people to stop using recalled products and to take steps to prevent cross-contamination. The CDC said people in the outbreak reported consuming the supplement powder, and a recall was announced for affected products sold nationwide.
According to federal outbreak information, dozens of illnesses were identified across many states, with a portion of patients requiring hospitalization. Officials emphasized that reported case totals can underestimate the true number of infections because many people recover without medical care or laboratory testing, and because illness reporting can lag by weeks.
The CDC and FDA advised that consumers should not eat any recalled Live It Up Super Greens powders and should throw them away or return them to the point of purchase. Public guidance also urged people to wash items and surfaces that might have touched the product, using hot soapy water or a dishwasher, as Salmonella can spread from contaminated foods or powders to hands, kitchen tools and counters.
Health officials outlined typical Salmonella symptoms, including diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, noting that illness can range from mild to severe. They warned that some groups—especially young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems—are more likely to become seriously ill and may need medical treatment.
The advisory included guidance on when to seek care, such as persistent or worsening symptoms, very high fever, signs of dehydration or severe vomiting. Businesses were also told not to sell or serve the recalled products and to sanitize areas that may have been exposed.
Investigators said the inquiry was ongoing, meaning additional information could emerge about the scope of affected products or the likely contamination source. In the meantime, federal agencies stressed that consumers should take the recall seriously, follow cleanup recommendations and monitor for symptoms if they used the supplement.