Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk has been recalled because of its links to a case of botulism.
NSW Health advised people not to drink the almond milk with a use by date of March 1, 2023.
The milk has been on sale at Woolworths in NSW and initial investigations have confirmed the presence of botulinum toxin in a sample of the product.
The contamination was identified when a person experienced severe symptoms of botulism after drinking the product. The person was admitted to hospital, where they continue to receive treatment.
The NSW Food Authority is investigating the manufacturing of the product to determine the possible cause of the contamination.
If you have purchased this recalled product, you should throw it in the bin or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Foodborne botulism is very rare in Australia but the toxin can be extremely dangerous and can cause life-threatening illnesses.
Early symptoms of foodborne botulism include weakness, fatigue and vertigo. While these symptoms occur commonly due to a number of health conditions, with botulism it is usually followed by blurred vision, dry mouth and difficulty swallowing.
Anyone who has consumed this product and experiences these serious symptoms should seek immediate medical attention by visiting their nearest emergency department or calling Triple Zero (000) for emergency assistance.
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