Whole Foods ashwagandha buyers advised to discard recalled bottles over salmonella concern

A routine retail sample test found a possible contamination issue.

Shoppers who bought a Whole Foods-branded herbal supplement are being told to throw away recalled bottles because of a possible salmonella risk.

What to know

Vitality Works Inc. is recalling 120-count bottles of 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha in its Standardized and Full Spectrum Blend version, according to NBC5. The Food and Drug Administration announced the recall on Oct. 30.

The recalled lot, 2025-26227, has an expiration date of Oct. 13, 2028. Sales of the capsules ran from Nov. 24, 2025, through Oct. 20, 2026. Amazon sold the product nationwide, while Whole Foods Market carried it in stores across 30 states and Washington, D.C.

Background

Salmonella can lead to symptoms including stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea and fever. According to NBC5, routine testing of a retail-purchased sample identified the possible contamination. That result led to the recall, and Vitality Works said no illnesses have been reported.

Some households may still have the bottles on hand because the supplement is not set to expire until 2028. The infection can be particularly dangerous for young children, older adults, people who are frail, and anyone with a weakened immune system.

What to do

Anyone with these capsules should dispose of them in the trash. Before doing so, compare the bottle's brand, product name, count, lot number and expiration date with the recall information. The lot number and expiration date are printed on the bottom of the bottle.

The product was sold in states as far apart as Hawai'i, Maine, Florida and Washington. Since Amazon also sold it nationwide, customers outside the 30-state store network should check any online orders as well.

More information

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