Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil After Reports of Salmonella Infections

Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil After Reports of Salmonella Infections

Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil , After Reports of Salmonella Infections.

On April 17, the grocery chain recalled Infinite Herbs organic basil.

The basil has been "linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states," CNN reports.

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One person has been hospitalized.

The 2.5-ounce packages were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., from Feb.

1 through April 6.

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The CDC is advising consumers to dispose of any Infinite Herbs organic basil that was bought from Trader Joe's.

The agency also says to clean anything that the contaminated basil may have come in contact with.

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Investigators are trying to determine if any other products have been contaminated, CNN reports.

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Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, the CDC says.

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Symptoms can develop anywhere between 6 hours and 6 days after consuming the bacteria.

Most people don't need treatment and recover within 4 to 7 days.

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If your symptoms are severe, or if you experience diarrhea and dehydration for more than three days, the CDC recommends contacting your health care provider