There is a new rcalled by the market which Italian consumers should pay attention to. These are two batches of fresh spinach which, after the precautionary withdrawal by the manufacturer, were also reported by the Italian Ministry of Health for the presumed presence of mandrake. Italian consumers have been provided with all the information needed to identify the product in question, so as to avoid its consumption and related risks. risks for human health.
Fresh Spinach Recalled from the Market
As can be read on the website of the Ministry of Health, in the specific section dedicated to recalls from the market of the products, the fresh spinach They are sold under the brands Ambruosi & Viscardi And Selection QualityThe recall is based on the possible presence of mandrake officinarum L. in packages of spinach sold, which can easily be mistaken for spinach itself.
Batches of fresh spinach recalled
The fresh spinach recalled sold under the Ambruosi & Viscardi and Selezione Qualità brands can be recognized by consumers thanks to their specifications.
As for the Spinach Ambruosi & Viscardithese are sold in bags of 350 grams and expiration date set July 31, 2024. The lot interested corresponds to the number L 206 LINE 1.
In the case of Quality Selectioninstead, the recalled spinach is sold in bags of 500 grams and expiry date set at July 29, 2024 . This date, as is evident, had already been exceeded at the time of the recall ordered by the Ministry of Health. lot in that case it is the number L 203 LINE 1.
As for the production plantsthe Ambruosi & Viscardi Agricultural Company produced both brands of recalled spinach in the production plant located in via Gabbie 345, in Sant’Elpidio a Mare, in the province of Fermo.
Fresh Spinach Recalled, The Risks for Humans
Fresh spinach, as previously mentioned, has been recalled due to the suspected presence of mandrake officinarum L.a plant whose leaves can be mistaken for those of spinach. The similar external appearance does not correspond to its edibility, which is only possible in the case of spinach. In fact, mandrake contains tropane alkaloids which cause anticholinergic effects, hallucinogens And hypnotic on humans.
What to do if you purchased the recalled product
When, after verification, a consumer realizes that he has purchased the fresh spinach recalled from the market, it is necessary first of all to avoid consuming them in order to avoid the health risks mentioned above. Consumers are given the opportunity to obtain the exchange of the purchased product or the reimbursement of the amounts spent. Simply go to the purchasing center and show the receipt or tax receipt.
Food Recalls, Here Comes the App
To make communication regarding the issues quicker and more immediate food recalls in Italythe Ministry of Health has developed aapp which with a system of instant notifications makes consumers more informed. This application is called Product Recalls Italy and is available for both Android and iOS systems. In addition to recall notifications, the app provides useful information on product recognition and the possibility of obtaining a refund.
