A Salmonella outbreak tied to moringa leaf powder dietary supplements has grown to 119 confirmed illnesses across 36 states — and the recall expanded again last week. If you or anyone in your household takes a moringa supplement, the FDA and CDC want you to check your cabinet right now.
The FDA updated its investigation advisory on June 30, 2026, announcing that two ingredient samples from a supplier to Total Nutrition Inc. had tested positive for Salmonella — not the specific outbreak strain, but containing Salmonella nonetheless. As a result, Total Nutrition Inc. recalled two additional products on June 30: TNVitamins-brand 100% Organic Moringa Capsules 1,200 mg (lot 2800) and TNVitamins-brand 100% Moringa Powder (lot 2782).
Combined with expansions issued on June 26 and June 11, the recall now covers a large and growing number of lot numbers across multiple brand names — and the CDC has confirmed this outbreak was declared over in March 2026 only to be reopened in May after 22 new cases emerged.
Why This Matters
The most important detail driving urgency in this story is the long shelf life of dietary supplement products. Unlike fresh produce, moringa supplement capsules and powders may have expiration dates extending into 2027 or 2028. A product purchased six or eight months ago could still be sitting in a cabinet, awaiting the next morning dose, with no visible sign that anything is wrong.
Salmonella illness from dietary supplements is also uniquely underdiagnosed. Patients and physicians typically associate Salmonella with undercooked meat or contaminated produce, not vitamins and green supplement powders. Someone experiencing Salmonella symptoms after taking a moringa supplement may not connect the two — and may never be counted in official case totals.
The CDC estimates the true number of people sickened is almost certainly higher than 119, a standard caveat for Salmonella outbreaks in which many infected individuals recover without seeking medical care or being tested.
What We Know So Far
According to combined CDC and FDA surveillance and investigation data:
- Total confirmed illnesses : 119 (Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport)
- Hospitalizations : 32
- Deaths : 0
- States with cases : 36 (including Alaska; distributed across all major U.S. regions)
- Illness onset dates : August 2025 through April 26, 2026
- Investigation status : Reopened May 2026 after 22 new cases emerged following March close; ongoing
- June 30, 2026 update : Two supplier ingredient samples tested positive for Salmonella (not the outbreak strain); additional products recalled
This is the primary investigation. A separate but parallel CDC investigation links MOGO-brand Pure Moringa Oleifera capsules to an additional 18 illnesses in 14 states — some involving an extensively drug-resistant Salmonella strain.
Of patients interviewed, approximately 89 percent reported consuming a product containing moringa leaf powder, making this one of the strongest epidemiological links in a recent supplement outbreak.
Products to Check at Home Right Now
The following brands and products are subject to active recalls. Discard immediately and do not consume:
Live it Up Super Greens (Superfoods, Inc.) All flavors (Original and Wild Berry) with lot numbers beginning with the letter "A" or the number "3," with expiration dates from 08/2026 to 01/2028. Sold on the company website and Amazon.
TNVitamins Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa 10,000 mg (Total Nutrition Inc.) Multiple lot numbers — see the full FDA recall notice for current list, including lots expanded on June 11 and June 26, 2026.
TNVitamins-brand 100% Organic Moringa Capsules 1,200 mg Lot 2800, Exp: 2/2028 (added June 30, 2026)
TNVitamins-brand 100% Moringa Powder Lot 2782, Exp: 5/2028 (added June 30, 2026)
Doctor's Pride Complete Green Superfood Ultra Potent Moringa 10,000 mg (Total Nutrition Inc.) Multiple lots, including Lot 2507199 Exp. 09/2027, Lot 2748 Exp. 07/2027, and Lot 2725 Exp. 04/2027.
Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood Capsules (Art Monkey LLC) Lot A25G051, Exp: 07/2028. Sold online nationally.
MOGO Pure Moringa Oleifera capsules (parallel investigation) Lots 15525AA Exp. 06/2027 and 00926AA Exp. 01/2028.
All recalled products were sold nationally through company websites and major online retailers, including Amazon. Some products were also sold through Walmart. Recall information and the most current lot number list can be found at FDA.gov.
What Doctors and Experts Say
"Epidemiologic information shows some lots of TNVitamins Moringa Capsules may be making people sick now," the CDC stated in its most recent investigation update. "CDC and FDA continue to work to identify if there are other products causing illness in this outbreak."
The Washington State Department of Health flagged that some cases in the parallel MOGO investigation involve an extensively drug-resistant Salmonella strain that does not respond to standard first-line antibiotics — a significant concern if severe illness develops.
Infectious disease physicians have emphasized that the long shelf life of supplement products is the defining risk factor in this outbreak. Unlike produce-based outbreaks where the contaminated item is consumed within days of purchase, moringa capsules can sit in a cabinet for months while remaining capable of causing illness. Patients who purchased these products at any point since they first became available — some lot number distributions date back to late 2024 or early 2025 — may still have affected products at home.
What the Evidence Shows — and What It Does Not
The FDA's traceback investigation identified moringa leaf powder as contaminated with Salmonella and definitively linked it to human illness through whole-genome sequencing, which showed the bacteria in patients' samples were genetically identical to bacteria found in product samples. This is confirmed epidemiological evidence, not a precautionary recall based on a single positive test.
The June 30 addition of two new products is different in one respect: the ingredient samples from the supplier tested positive for Salmonella that did not match the outbreak strain. Those products are being recalled as a precaution because they contain Salmonella, even though they have not yet been linked to the specific outbreak strain affecting human patients. That distinction does not make the products safe to consume.
MedicalDaily Evidence Check
- Investigation type : Active multistate outbreak investigation (FDA + CDC + state partners)
- Confirmed cases : 119 in 36 states (plus 18 in parallel MOGO investigation)
- Pathogen : Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport (primary); drug-resistant strain in parallel investigation
- Epidemiological link : ~89% of interviewed patients consumed a moringa leaf powder product
- What it shows : Moringa leaf powder is the confirmed source of contamination; multiple brands affected through a supply chain problem with imported moringa ingredient
- What it does not prove : How the moringa leaf powder was contaminated at origin; specific supplier of contamination has not been publicly identified
- What readers should know : This is a confirmed, ongoing outbreak with products still in homes — check your cabinet now
Who Faces the Greatest Risk?
Salmonella illness can affect anyone, but the groups most at risk for severe outcomes include:
- Children under 5 years old
- Adults 65 and older
- People with weakened immune systems (cancer treatment, HIV, organ transplants, diabetes)
- Pregnant people
- People already dealing with gastrointestinal conditions (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
The parallel MOGO investigation's drug-resistant strain adds a separate concern: patients who develop severe Salmonella illness and are prescribed first-line antibiotics may not respond as expected, requiring escalation to alternative treatments.
Symptoms and Warning Signs to Watch For
Salmonella symptoms typically begin 6 hours to 6 days after consuming a contaminated product and include:
- Diarrhea (sometimes severe or bloody)
- Fever (usually above 101°F)
- Stomach cramping and pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
- Chills
Most healthy adults recover in 4 to 7 days without antibiotics. However, the following symptoms require immediate medical attention:
- Diarrhea lasting more than 3 days
- High fever (above 102°F)
- Blood in the stool
- Inability to keep fluids down
- Signs of dehydration (extreme thirst, dry mouth, dark urine, dizziness, reduced urination)
Children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals should contact a clinician earlier in the course of illness.
What You Can Do Now
- Check every moringa product in your home against the recall list at FDA.gov . Do not assume a product not on the initial list is safe — the list has been expanded repeatedly and may expand again.
- Throw away recalled products in a sealed bag. Do not donate them.
- Wash your hands and any surfaces that may have come into contact with recalled products, using hot soapy water.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you or a family member has taken any recalled moringa product and develop diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain.
- Contact the companies for refunds. Most companies have issued recall procedures for consumer refunds.
- Report illness to the FDA MedWatch program or your local health department if you believe you were sickened by a recalled moringa product.
Cost and Access: What Patients Should Know
Salmonella is diagnosed through a stool culture ordered by a clinician — covered by most health insurance plans and Medicare. For patients without insurance, community health centers and county health departments can evaluate and treat Salmonella at reduced or no cost.
Refunds for recalled products can be requested through each company's customer service contact. Amazon and Walmart typically honor refunds for recalled products even after the standard return window has passed.
If antibiotic treatment is prescribed and you are concerned about drug resistance — especially if you purchased MOGO-brand moringa products — mention this to your prescribing clinician and request culture-and-sensitivity testing before starting treatment.
What Happens Next
The FDA's investigation into the origin of moringa leaf powder contamination remains open. The traceback has pointed to imported moringa leaf powder as the source, but the specific supplier or country of origin for the contaminated ingredient has not yet been publicly identified. New lot numbers have been added to the recall list as recently as June 30; additional expansions are possible.
MedicalDaily will report immediately when a specific supplier is identified, when the recall is formally closed, or if additional brands or lot numbers are added to the affected product list.
The Bottom Line
This is an active outbreak with a confirmed, contaminated product still sitting in medicine cabinets and kitchen drawers across all 50 states. The outbreak was declared over in March 2026 and reopened in May when 22 new cases emerged. If you take moringa supplements under any brand name, check the lot number today. If it matches the recall list, discard it, wash the surfaces it touched, and watch for symptoms. Waiting is not a safe option.
