This Regional Grocery Chain Is Removing This Vegetable From Shelves — Eat This Not That

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Introduction

If you’re a fan of this regional grocery chain, you may have noticed that they have recently removed a certain vegetable from their shelves. This is a big change for the chain, and it’s important to know what to eat instead of this vegetable. In this article, we’ll discuss why this regional grocery chain is removing this vegetable from their shelves and what you can eat instead. We’ll also provide some tips on how to make sure you’re getting the most nutrition out of your food choices. So, if you’re looking for a healthier alternative to this vegetable, read on to find out what you should be eating instead.

This Regional Grocery Chain Is Removing This Vegetable From Shelves — Eat This Not That

A regional grocery chain in the United States is removing a certain vegetable from its shelves due to a potential health risk. The vegetable in question is celery, and the chain is taking this precautionary measure to protect its customers.

The grocery chain, which has stores in several states, has decided to remove celery from its shelves after a recent study found that celery may contain a potentially harmful bacteria. The bacteria, known as Listeria monocytogenes, can cause serious illness in humans if consumed. The chain is taking this precautionary measure to ensure the safety of its customers.

The chain is urging customers to avoid eating celery from its stores and to discard any celery they may have purchased. Customers should also be aware that other vegetables may also contain the bacteria, so it is important to thoroughly wash all vegetables before consuming them.

If you are looking for a vegetable to replace celery in your diet, there are plenty of other options. Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are all excellent sources of vitamins and minerals. Root vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and beets are also great alternatives. Fruits such as apples, oranges, and bananas are also excellent sources of nutrition.

It is important to remember that while celery may be off the shelves at this regional grocery chain, it is still safe to eat in other stores. However, it is always important to practice safe food handling and preparation techniques to ensure the safety of yourself and your family.

For those looking forward to celebrating the Fourth of July weekend with homemade salad or hotdogs with plenty of fresh toppings, you might want to double-check your vegetable drawer. Anyone who has purchased an onion from Wegmans recently in one of three Northern states should be on the lookout due to potentially life-threatening contamination.

On June 24, the grocery chain issued a recall of its Vidalia Onions due to a potential listeria concern. The onions were sold from June 23-24 at select stores in Massachusetts, New York, and Pennsylvania. The exact locations of the stores can be found on Wegman’s website.

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While listeria infections can be very serious for people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems, it’s especially harmful to pregnant women and infants, according to the Mayo Clinic. In fact, the bacteria is known to cause miscarriages and stillbirths.

The onions were sold by the pound and have a 4-digit PLU sticker on the product containing either a 4159 or 4166 code. Because the vegetables have such a long shelf life, there is a concern about the onion not being immediately thrown away. Listeria is able to tolerate fridge temperatures well and can even live on food for up to ten years, according to the FDA.

Vidalia Onion
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If you’ve ingested food contaminated with listeria, the bacteria might not sicken you until days or weeks later, depending on how it has spread, according to the CDC. Symptoms of an invasive illness will occur after weeks and include fever and flu-like symptoms. Those with an intestinal illness will likely get sick within 24 hours and experience vomiting or diarrhea.

If you think you may have been exposed to listeria and are pregnant, it is important to immediately contact your doctor to seek early treatment. 

If you believe you’ve purchased these onions, you can return the product to the store for a full refund. 

Additionally, you should be on the lookout for Panera at Home Southwest Corn Chowder soup, which was sold in grocery stores in 12 states. Blount Fine Foods has issued a voluntary recall as a major allergen for millions of people in the U.S. was not listed as an ingredient on the label.

Amber Lake

Amber Lake is a staff writer at Eat This, Not That! and has a degree in journalism from UNF in Jacksonville, Florida. Read more