Tea brand sold in Ontario has been recalled

Health officials in Canada announced the recall of a herbal tea brand due to "microbial contamination."

Senna Leaf Herbal Tea, which was sold in Canada, is the subject of the latest recall from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). On Wednesday, Nov. 26, the agency stated that the firm Organic Connections Ltd. is recalling the product due to the risk of contamination.

"The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination," reads the statement. "There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product."

The affected products were sold in stores in British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, as well as online. Canadians are urged to check their pantries for the Celebrations Herbals Senna Leaf Herbal Tea with 24 tea bags. The universal product code (UPC) is 6 28240 20182 9, and it's part of lot number 251004. Its best-by date is Oct. 29, 2028.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Don't serve, consume, sell, or distribute the affected product. Make sure to throw out the product or return it to the location where it was purchased.

"Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled, but can still make you sick. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections," the CFIA warns.

Healthy people might experience symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. While these symptoms may be short-term, long-term complications may include severe arthritis.

"If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider," reads the statement.

The recall has been categorized as a class two, which means that there is "a moderate risk that consuming the food may lead to short-term or non-life-threatening health problems."

The CFIA is ensuring that the recalled products are being pulled from the marketplace. It's also conducting a food safety investigation that could result in additional product recalls.