Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries recalled

BrandStorm, Inc. is voluntarily recalling two lots of its Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberry pouches due to the potential presence of lead above the FDA’s recommended limits, according to a Department of Defense All Food and Drug Activity message sent July 17.

The Defense Commissary Agency has publicized this recall to all its stores, said Richard Stith, Chief, Public Health Division, DeCA headquarters at Fort Lee, Virginia. Whenever a commissary has recalled or withdrawn products in its inventory, they are immediately removed from store shelves.

The following products, are affected by this recall:

• Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries, 1.2 ounce (34 gram) pouch: UPC 812907011160, lot code 2021363-1 and “best by” date of Dec. 2024

• Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries, 1.2 ounce (34 gram) pouch: UPC 812907011160, lot code 2022026-1 and “best by” date of Jan. 2025

People with high blood levels of lead may show no symptoms, but the condition may cause damage to the nervous system and internal organs. Acute lead poisoning may cause a wide range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and bloody or decreased urinary output. Children are particularly vulnerable to lead poisoning. If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time (e.g., weeks to months) permanent damage to the central nervous system can occur. This can result in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health problems.

There have been no reports of adverse reactions related to this recall. Customers should return these products to the commissary of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions about this recall may call 310-559-0259 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST, email salesadmin@BrandStormInc.com or send a direct message on Natierra.com.