Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Moringa Supplements
The FDA and CDC concluded investigations into two Salmonella outbreaks linked to moringa supplements on May 24, 2026, with two additional cases reported for tnvitamins brand moringa capsules purchased from Amazon. As of May 24, 2026: The Live it Up brand outbreak has resulted in 97 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 31 states, with a common supplier of moringa powder identified for both Live it Up and Why Not Natural brands. The Minnesota Department of Health confirmed two new cases in April 2026 linked to tnvitamins moringa capsules. Earlier, on April 4, 2026, the CDC and FDA declared the multistate outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella linked to Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules as over, confirming contamination and illness causation. Multiple moringa supplement recalls, including those from Why Not Natural, Live it Up, Africa Imports, and Food to Live, have been issued due to potential Salmonella contamination.
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May 2026 — 4 developments
The FDA and CDC have concluded investigations into two Salmonella outbreaks linked to moringa supple…
The FDA and CDC have concluded investigations into two Salmonella outbreaks linked to moringa supplements, with two additional cases reported for tnvitamins brand moringa capsules purchased from Amazon. The Live it Up brand outbreak has resulted in 97 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 31 states, with a common supplier of moringa powder identified for both Live it Up and Why Not Natural brands.
The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has extended an alert for Salmonella in org…
The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has extended an alert for Salmonella in organic moringa originating from Germany, including additional products from multiple brands. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Department of Health confirmed two new cases in April 2026 linked to tnvitamins moringa capsules, associated with a newly identified product containing moringa leaf powder.
Two individuals in Minnesota became ill in April 2026 after consuming tnvitamins brand moringa capsules, indicating the multistate outbreak linked to dietary supplements is ongoing.
Two individuals in Minnesota became ill in April 2026 after consuming tnvitamins brand moringa capsules, indicating the multistate outbreak linked to dietary supplements is ongoing. This follows earlier FDA investigations that closed on April 1, 2026, tying recalled products to over 100 illnesses.
Why Not Natural, Live it Up, Africa Imports, and Food to Live have recalled various moringa supplement products due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Why Not Natural, Live it Up, Africa Imports, and Food to Live have recalled various moringa supplement products due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall by Why Not Natural and Live it Up is linked to a multistate outbreak that has sickened 65 people across 28 states as of January 29, 2026. Consumers are advised not to consume the recalled products.
April 2026 — 2 developments
The CDC and FDA have declared the multistate outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella linked to Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules as over.
The CDC and FDA have declared the multistate outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella linked to Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules as over. The investigation confirmed the capsules were contaminated and caused illness, with consumers still advised not to consume or sell recalled products due to their long shelf life.
Investigations into multiple moringa supplement recalls due to Salmonella contamination have concluded in early April 2026.
Investigations into multiple moringa supplement recalls due to Salmonella contamination have concluded in early April 2026. These recalls involved two outbreaks: one linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules with extensively drug-resistant Salmonella Newport and Salmonella Kentucky, and another linked to Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport in moringa leaf powder used in products like Live it Up Super Greens and Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules. The root cause of these outbreaks remains unknown.
February 2026 — 8 developments
The FDA's warning regarding Ambrosia Brands moringa powder capsules has been updated to include sales in dozens of foreign countries.
The FDA's warning regarding Ambrosia Brands moringa powder capsules has been updated to include sales in dozens of foreign countries. The recalled Rosabella brand capsules are linked to a Salmonella Newport outbreak in the United States, which has sickened seven people across seven states, with three requiring hospitalization.
New details have emerged regarding the recall of Rosabella Moringa Capsules due to Salmonella contamination.
New details have emerged regarding the recall of Rosabella Moringa Capsules due to Salmonella contamination. The affected products have expiration dates ranging from March 2027 to November 2027 and were sold nationwide since February 2025. This recall is associated with a multi-state outbreak of drug-resistant Salmonella infections, marking the second such outbreak linked to moringa powder in the past six months, though the two outbreaks are not connected.
The Daily Mail reported on the urgent recall of Rosabella Moringa capsules due to contamination with a deadly strain of Salmonella.
The Daily Mail reported on the urgent recall of Rosabella Moringa capsules due to contamination with a deadly strain of Salmonella. The recall impacts products sold nationwide, with seven illnesses and three hospitalizations reported. [cite: Source URL]
Public health officials were investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder.
Public health officials were investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder. The CDC, FDA, and state public health officials were examining drug-resistant Salmonella infections connected to some lots of the product. Seven illnesses and three hospitalizations across seven states were potentially linked to the Rosabella capsules. Ambrosia Brands, the distributor, had voluntarily recalled potentially contaminated product lots.
A dietary supplement, Rosabella Moringa capsules made by Ambrosia Brands, LLC, was recalled nationwi…
A dietary supplement, Rosabella Moringa capsules made by Ambrosia Brands, LLC, was recalled nationwide after federal health officials indicated it might be contaminated with Salmonella. Seven people had reported sickness, and three were hospitalized. The product was sold through the company's website and the TikTok Shop.
Ambrosia Brands issued a recall for certain lots of its Rosabella Moringa Capsules, a powdered cholesterol-balancing supplement, due to Salmonella contamination.
Ambrosia Brands issued a recall for certain lots of its Rosabella Moringa Capsules, a powdered cholesterol-balancing supplement, due to Salmonella contamination. The FDA reported that seven illnesses and three hospitalizations had occurred as a result of consuming the product. The company stated it was conducting the recall voluntarily and apologized for any inconvenience.
Ambrosia Brands issued a recall for some of its Rosabella Moringa Capsules due to Salmonella contamination, according to the FDA.
Ambrosia Brands issued a recall for some of its Rosabella Moringa Capsules due to Salmonella contamination, according to the FDA.
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, were investigating illnesses in a m…
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, were investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC. Seven people infected with the outbreak strain had been reported from seven states, with illnesses starting between November 7, 2025, and January 8, 2026. Three hospitalizations were reported, and no deaths. The Salmonella strain was noted to be resistant to all first-line and alternative antibiotics. The FDA recommended that Ambrosia Brands LLC recall all Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules, and the firm agreed to a recall of certain lots.
January 2026 — 3 developments
The FDA and CDC updated their investigation into a Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder.
The FDA and CDC updated their investigation into a Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder. As of this date, 65 people in 28 states had been reported as part of the outbreak, with an additional strain of Salmonella identified. A new recall was announced for Why Not Natural Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules, lot # A25G051, with an expiration date of 07/2028.
Art Monkey LLC dba Why Not Natural of Houston, TX stopped the sale of Pure Organic Moringa Green Sup…
Art Monkey LLC dba Why Not Natural of Houston, TX stopped the sale of Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules and initiated a recall of lot # A25G051 on January 28, 2026, due to Salmonella contamination.
Superfoods, Inc.
Superfoods, Inc. dba Live it Up agreed to initiate a voluntary recall of its Live it Up-brand Super Greens dietary supplement powder due to Salmonella contamination. This recall affected products with expiration dates from August 2026 to January 2028.
November 2025 — 1 developments
The first reported illness in the multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules began on this date.
The first reported illness in the multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections linked to Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules began on this date. Illnesses continued through January 8, 2026.
March 2024 — 1 developments
The CDC has concluded its investigation into a Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder supplements, which sickened 97 people across 32 states.
The CDC has concluded its investigation into a Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder supplements, which sickened 97 people across 32 states. Of those affected, 26 were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported. This outbreak, with illness onset dates from August 22, 2025, to February 27, 2026, is separate from the ongoing recall of Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules.