A popular type of super greens powder supplement has been recalled after an investigation found it may be contaminated with salmonella.
The supplement, Live It Up Super Greens powder, has been linked to an ongoing salmonella outbreak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a recent notice.
Powdered greens supplements like these have grown in popularity in recent years. While they can be a healthy addition to a diet already rich in fruits and vegetables, they shouldn’t be considered a substitute for those nutritious foods, a dietitian told TODAY.com previously.
As of this week, 45 people across 21 states have been sickened in the outbreak. Additionally, 12 people have been hospitalized. And the first reported cases occurred all the way back in August of 2025.
However, as is often the case, the actual number of people who’ve gotten sick in this outbreak may be higher than these confirmed numbers, the CDC notes. That’s due to the fact that it can take three to four weeks for cases to be confirmed and added to the total.
Consumers who’ve purchased any of the recalled supplements should not consume them, the CDC urges. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause gastrointestinal illness. While most healthy people recover from a salmonella infection without issue, it can be severe for certain vulnerable groups.
Which Supplements Were Recalled?
The salmonella recall affects certain bags of Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders. The powders were sold nationwide, the CDC says.
Specifically, the recall includes:
Live It Up Super Greens in Original and Wild Berry flavorsWith expiration dates from August 2026 to January 2028
The Food and Drug Administration recommended that the company behind the supplements, Superfoods, Inc., conduct a voluntary recall on these products. And, on January 14, 2026, the company agreed to do so, the FDA says.
Salmonella Symptoms
A salmonella infection is caused by ingesting salmonella bacteria, which may be present on contaminated food.
Some people have no symptoms, while others develop gastrointestinal issues, the Mayo Clinic says.
The most common salmonella symptoms include:
Stomach crampsDiarrheaNauseaFeverChillsVomitingBlood in the stool
These symptoms can arise anywhere between 6 hours and 6 days after eating the contaminated food, the Mayo Clinic says, and it’s not uncommon for people to think they have the flu before realizing it’s salmonella.
For most otherwise healthy people, a salmonella infection goes away on its own without the need for special treatment. In those cases, symptoms typically resolve within a week, although it may take months for bowel habits to return to normal.
However, some people develop more severe symptoms that require treatment and possibly hospitalization to manage. Young kids, older adults and those with a weakened immune system are more likely to have severe salmonella symptoms.
If you have bloody diarrhea or symptoms of severe dehydration, you should contact your doctor immediately, the CDC says.
