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Vitality Works recalls 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha Capsules over salmonella risk
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Vitality Works Inc. is voluntarily recalling a specific lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha Capsules sold in stores across more than 30 states and on Amazon.com due to potential salmonella contamination. Consumers are advised to stop taking the supplement immediately and return it to any Whole Foods location for a full refund.
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Shoppers who purchased 120-count ashwagandha capsules from November 24, 2025, through October 20, 2026, face a potential health risk from exposure and can claim a full refund by checking their bottle's .
Key Facts
- Vitality Works Inc. recalled 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, 120 count.
- The recall is limited to lot number 2025-26227, with both lot number and expiration date printed on the bottom of the bottle.
- The recalled product was sold between November 24, 2025, and October 20, 2026.
- No illnesses linked to the product had been reported at the time the recall was issued.
- Distribution covered Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market stores across more than 30 states and the District of Columbia.
- Consumers can return the product to any Whole Foods Market store for a full refund, regardless of whether it was bought in-store or online.
- Salmonella infections can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea and fever to more serious illness in vulnerable populations.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationVitality Works Inc.“Manufacturer that issued the recall for the ashwagandha capsules”OrganizationWhole Foods“Retailer that sold the recalled store-brand supplement”locationOregon“State included in the product distribution area”locationMichigan“State included in the product distribution area”locationFlorida“State included in the product distribution area”locationTexas“State included in the product distribution area”locationMaine“State included in the product distribution area”locationMissouri“State included in the product distribution area”locationWyoming“State included in the product distribution area”locationKansas“State included in the product distribution area”locationVirginia“State included in the product distribution area”locationHawaii“State included in the product distribution area”locationGeorgia“State included in the product distribution area”locationArizona“State included in the product distribution area”locationNorth Carolina“State included in the product distribution area”locationUtah“State included in the product distribution area”locationTennessee“State included in the product distribution area”locationOklahoma“State included in the product distribution supply”locationMaryland“State included in the product distribution area”locationIllinois“State included in the product distribution area”OrganizationAmazon“Online marketplace where the recalled product was sold”locationCalifornia“State included in the product distribution area”locationPennsylvania“State included in the product jurisdiction”locationNew Jersey“State included in the product distribution area”locationMinnesota“State included in the product distribution area”locationMassachusetts“State included in the product distribution area”locationIowa“State included in the product distribution area”locationConnecticut“State included in the product distribution area”locationColorado“State included in the product distribution area”locationWashington“Name of the state included in distribution”locationNew York“State included in the product distribution area”locationDistrict of Columbia“Jurisdiction included in the product distribution area”locationArkansas“State included in the product distribution area”locationOhio“State included in the product distribution area”