Warning! Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Popular Meal Delivery Service!

In a shocking health alert, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a Salmonella outbreak tied to certain home delivery meals from Metabolic Meals, leaving over a dozen individuals sick across ten states and prompting hospitalizations for seven.

Which Meals Are Affected?

The meals in question were delivered during the week of July 28 and include some tantalizing options that now come with a dangerous catch. Here’s the rundown of the potentially hazardous dishes:

1. Four cheese tortellini with pesto sauce and grilled chicken — Lot Code: 25199; Best By: 08/07/2025.

2. Low carb chicken teriyaki and vegetables — Lot Code: 25202; Best By: 08/05/2025.

3. Black garlic and ranch chicken tenders with roasted vegetables — Lot Code: 25205; Best By: 08/08/2025.

4. Sliced top sirloin with roasted peanut sauce and summer vegetables — Lot Code: 25203; Best By: 08/06/2025.

Who’s at Risk?

Reported cases of illness have popped up in California, Missouri, Georgia, Minnesota, Texas, Arkansas, Illinois, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, and Washington state. Patients have reported experiencing alarming symptoms that could lead to serious health complications.

What to Do If You Have These Meals!

If you have ordered from Metabolic Meals and received any of these dishes, the CDC strongly advises checking your refrigerator or freezer. Do not consume these meals! Instead, discard them or reach out directly to the company for guidance.

Metabolic Meals Responds!

The company is actively collaborating with health investigators and has reached out to customers who purchased the affected meal options to inform them about the situation.

Know the Symptoms!

Salmonella infection can lead to a myriad of troubling symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), severe abdominal cramps, and fever. In rare cases, complications can lead to arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract issues.

Stay Vigilant!

Public health officials caution that the number of those affected could be underreported, as it typically takes 3 to 4 weeks for health authorities to confirm a link to the outbreak. Protect yourself and stay informed!