No illnesses have been reported, but parents should return affected products for a refund<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter<\/b>
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FRIDAY, Sept. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) \u2014 Sprout Organics<\/a> has widened its recall of 3.5-ounce Sweet Potato, Apple & Spinach pouches because some lots may contain elevated levels of lead.<\/p>\n The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said the recall, first announced<\/a> Sept. 16, now covers additional lots sold online at Walgreens and through independent retailers in 28 states.<\/p>\n “If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time, this can affect learning and development or cause other long-term health problems,” the FDA said.<\/p>\n The agency added that exposure \u201ceven at low levels\u201d may raise blood lead levels.<\/p>\n Recalled items can be identified by the following lot codes printed on the lower back of the pouch:<\/p>\n Lot 4212<\/strong>: Best by Oct. 29, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lot 4213:<\/strong> Best by Oct. 30, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lot 4282:<\/strong> Best by Dec. 4, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lot 4310:<\/strong> Best by Feb. 4, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n These pouches should not be fed to children. They should be returned to the store for a refund. No illnesses have been reported, and no other Sprout Organics products are affected.<\/p>\n For questions, call 510-833-6089 or email info@sproutorganics.com.<\/p>\n More information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n