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Lyons Magnus Voluntarily Recalls Frozen Supplemental Shakes

On February 22, 2025, Lyons Magnus LLC announced a voluntary recall of several types of frozen shakes under its Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial brands. This decision was made following the discovery of potential contamination with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes, a concern that poses serious health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. These products, primarily distributed to long-term care facilities, are not available for retail sale, and the recall targets specific production batches linked to a manufacturer, Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.

What is Listeria monocytogenes?

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, especially in individuals such as pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. While healthy adults may experience mild symptoms, like fever and gastrointestinal distress, the bacteria is known to lead to complications like miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

Details of the Recall

The recall affects 4 oz. cartons of the following frozen shakes:

• - ReadyCare Frozen Vanilla Shake
• - ReadyCare Frozen Chocolate Shake
• - ReadyCare Frozen Strawberry Shake
• - ReadyCare Frozen Vanilla Shake (No Sugar Added)
• - ReadyCare Frozen Strawberry Shake (No Sugar Added)
• - ReadyCare Frozen Chocolate Shake Plus
• - ReadyCare Frozen Strawberry Shake Plus
• - ReadyCare Frozen Vanilla Shake Plus
• - ReadyCare Frozen Strawberry Banana Shake (No Sugar Added)
• - Imperial Frozen Vanilla Shake
• - Imperial Frozen Chocolate Shake
• - Imperial Frozen Strawberry Shake
• - Imperial Frozen Vanilla Shake (No Sugar Added)
• - Imperial Frozen Strawberry Shake (No Sugar Added)
• - Imperial Frozen Strawberry Banana Shake (No Sugar Added)

All recalled products display a lot code and best by date on the carton, helping consumers identify affected items. These products were primarily distributed across the United States and were packaged under both Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial names.

Actions Taken by Lyons Magnus

Upon being alerted to the contamination risk, Lyons Magnus promptly acted to prevent further distribution, and all products from the implicated Prairie Farms facility were halted. The coordination of this recall is being conducted in collaboration with Prairie Farms, Sysco, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Reports indicate that this strain of Listeria has been associated with 38 illnesses and 11 deaths, highlighting the urgency of this recall.

Consumers who possess any of the recalled shakes are urged to quarantine these products and avoid consumption. Lyons Magnus has set up a dedicated page on their website to answer any consumer inquiries and provide further information.

Conclusion

With consumer safety as the highest priority, Lyons Magnus is working diligently to rectify the situation. The company encourages anyone affected by this recall to reach out with questions. While frozen shakes may often seem harmless, consumers must remain vigilant about food safety and product recalls in light of such serious concerns. Health organizations continue to emphasize the importance of proper food handling and vigilance against potential contamination.

For more details and updates on the recall, please visit their website at www.lyonsmagnus.com.