FDA Issues Nut Allergy Warning Over Undeclared Cashews and Pistachios

Second Nature Brands has issued a recall of its Keto Crunch Smart Mix on Friday after discovering the product may contain undeclared cashews, pistachios and cherries, posing a potential risk to consumers with allergies.The recall was announced on Saturday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which warned people with allergies or severe sensitivities to these ingredients could face serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the affected product.Newsweek contacted Second Nature Brands via email on Sunday for comment.Undeclared Allergens Prompt RecallAccording to the Michigan-based company, the issue involves its 10-ounce packages of Keto Crunch Smart Mix that were distributed with incorrect labeling, failing to list cashews, pistachios and cherries among the ingredients.The presence of undeclared allergens is a major food safety concern, as consumers rely on accurate labelling to avoid ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions. The FDA said the recall was initiated by the company after it was discovered the product contained ingredients not listed on the packaging.According to FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education), tree nut allergies are among the most common food allergies affecting children and adults. The most frequently reported include walnut, almond, hazelnut, pecan, cashew and pistachio. Around 50 percent of children allergic