FDA investigates Salmonella in moringa leaf powder, expands recall
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FDA is investigating an ongoing Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder, while Total Nutrition Inc. has expanded a recall of dietary supplements containing the ingredient. Teams should track recalled products, distribution exposure, and any further FDA updates.
The Salmonella outbreak 2026 investigation ties illnesses to moringa leaf powder in dietary supplements. As of March 17, 2026, CDC counted 97 cases in 32 states and 26 hospitalizations, with recalls covering Live it Up Super Greens and Why Not Natural moringa capsules.
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Key Takeaways
- Pathogens: Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport.
- Case count as of March 17, 2026: 97 people in 32 states; 26 hospitalizations; no deaths reported.
- 88% of interviewed patients (59 of 67) reported a moringa-containing product.
- Key recalls: Live it Up Super Greens powders and Why Not Natural lot A25G051.
What does the FDA say about the Salmonella outbreak 2026?
FDA’s outbreak page states that FDA and CDC, with state partners, investigated a multistate outbreak linked to recalled dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder. The March 17, 2026 update is the case tally used here.
Epidemiologic interviews heavily implicated Live it Up-brand Super Greens powders and Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules.
Primary page: FDA outbreak investigation — moringa leaf powder.
Which products and lots are in scope?
FDA reminded consumers and retailers not to eat, sell, or serve:
- Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules — lot # A25G051, expiration 07/2028
- Live it Up-brand Super Greens dietary supplement powder (original or wild berry) — expiration dates from 08/2026 to 01/2028
These products have long shelf lives. Homes and retail backrooms can still hold inventory months after the January 2026 recall wave.
How should pharma and supply-chain teams respond?
These are dietary supplements. The Salmonella outbreak 2026 still matters for pharma quality teams. Botanical powders and co-pack lines can share suppliers.
- Trace any moringa leaf powder lots against supplier COAs and recall notices
- Quarantine shared manufacturing lines if the same powder supplier feeds multiple brands
- Refresh complaint intake scripts for GI illness after green-powder exposure
FDA said traceback found a common manufacturer between Live it Up and Why Not Natural products that used moringa leaf powder.
Timeline of public actions
- January 2026 — initial Live it Up recall activity and outbreak notices
- January 28, 2026 — Why Not Natural lot A25G051 recall
- March 17, 2026 — FDA/CDC case update: 97 illnesses, 32 states, 26 hospitalizations
- Later 2026 — additional brand expansions reported on CDC pages as investigations continued
What remains open in the investigation
Root-cause details for the shared manufacturer were still under work in the FDA narrative cited here. Additional brands can enter the recall list if epidemiologic links strengthen.
Deaths were not reported as of the March 17, 2026 update, but hospitalization risk remains material for vulnerable consumers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Salmonella outbreak 2026 linked to?
FDA and CDC linked a multistate Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport outbreak to dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder, including recalled Live it Up Super Greens powders and Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules.
How many people were sickened as of March 17, 2026?
As of March 17, 2026, CDC reported 97 people from 32 states infected with outbreak strains. Of 67 people interviewed, 59 (88%) reported eating a product containing moringa leaf powder. There were 26 hospitalizations and no deaths reported.
Which products should retailers remove?
FDA told consumers and retailers not to eat, sell, or serve recalled Why Not Natural capsules lot A25G051 (expiration 07/2028) or recalled Live it Up Super Greens powders with expiration dates from 08/2026 to 01/2028.
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