UK-based supermarket chain Sainsbury's is recalling its own-brand Lemon Thyme as it may be contaminated with Salmonella, according to the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA).
The product subject to recall is Sainsbury's Lemon Thyme, 15g, bearing all date codes up to and including 21 January 2013.
The recall was initiated after a routine sampling found an isolated, low level presence of Salmonellain one pack of this product.
Sainsbury's will display customer notices in stores explaining the reason behind the recall. No other Sainsbury's products are known to be affected.
Consumers who have purchased the affected product have been advised to return it to the nearest store for a full refund.
Consumption of food contaminated with Salmonella can lead to Salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness, and its symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours. This foodborne illness can be particularly dangerous to those with weak immune systems, such as infants, the elderly, and persons with HIV infection or those undergoing chemotherapy.
