Cake recalled due to FDA warning

In a statement posted on its website, the FDA says Villa Nueva Interservices LLC. in Lake Worth, Florida, is recalling Arepas LA Mejor 25-ounce Bags of Arepa de Choclo/Chocolo because the products contain undeclared milk. The bags were distributed to supermarkets across South Florida.

Consumers who have purchased Arepas LA Mejor products are advised to check the packaging for specific lot numbers. The recalled products can be identified by the following details:

  • The products are packaged in 25-ounce clear plastic bags with the product name Arepas LA Mejor prominently displayed on the front.
  • The product’s UPC code is 8 37654 78238, the FDA said.

The FDA said the recall was initiated after it was discovered that Arepa de Chocolo contained milk and was distributed in packaging that did not disclose that ingredient. The company has since made corrections to the label. News week On Friday, he contacted the FDA for comment.

Milk cartons are transported on a conveyor belt at the Candia factory on May 28, 2015 in Awoingt, northern France. Products have been recalled and an allergy has been issued due to the undeclared presence of milk in the products distributed…


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The FDA says that people with allergies or sensitivities to milk are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. The agency adds that no injuries or illnesses have been reported to date.

Milk allergy should not be confused with lactose intolerance, according to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE). It states that a food allergy occurs when your immune system overreacts to a specific food protein. When you eat or drink dietary protein, it can trigger a life-threatening allergic reaction.

FARE said: “Food intolerances do not involve the immune system. People with lactose intolerance do not have the lactase enzyme. Lactase breaks down lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. Therefore, people with lactose intolerance are unable to “

Allergic reactions to cow’s milk may include the following symptoms, according to Better Health Channel:

  • red bumps on the skin: hives (urticaria)
  • Itchy, red, oozing, or crusty rash: dermatitis or eczema.
  • swelling of the face.
  • wheezing or persistent cough.
  • vomiting.
  • diarrhea.

It is not recommended to consume this product if you have a sensitivity to milk. Anyone with the recalled product is advised to dispose of it immediately or return it to the original place of purchase for a full refund.

The FDA published this. If you have any questions or concerns, you can call 561-480-0132 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

Any consumer experiencing symptoms of allergic reactions is advised to seek medical attention immediately.