Sixteen people across ten states have been infected with the same strain of Salmonella, according to a recent food safety alert from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Seven of those affected have required hospitalization. No deaths have been reported.
The CDC has linked these illnesses to ready-to-eat, home delivery meals produced by Metabolic Meals. The company has since removed several meals delivered during the week of July 28, 2025. Customers who purchased potentially affected meals have been contacted directly by Metabolic Meals regarding the outbreak.
“Metabolic Meals is collaborating with investigators and has reached out directly to customers who purchased affected meals to inform them of the outbreak,” stated the CDC in its announcement.
Investigators are still working to identify a specific source of contamination in this outbreak. The CDC advises consumers not to eat any affected Metabolic Meals products while the investigation continues. Customers who ordered these meals should check their refrigerators and freezers, discard any remaining products, or contact the company for further guidance.
Additionally, people are urged to wash items and surfaces that may have come into contact with the contaminated ready-to-eat meals using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
Those experiencing severe symptoms such as diarrhea with a fever higher than 102°F, persistent diarrhea lasting more than three days, bloody diarrhea, excessive vomiting preventing fluid intake, or signs of dehydration are encouraged to seek medical attention promptly.
Salmonella infection typically causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps within six hours to six days after exposure. Most individuals recover without treatment within four to seven days; however, some cases can be severe enough to require hospitalization. Young children under five years old, adults over 65, and people with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe illness.
For questions about cases in specific states, individuals are advised to contact their state health department. More information on this outbreak is available at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/homedeliverymeals-09-25/index.html.
The CDC continues its efforts in protecting public health by rapidly identifying and responding to disease outbreaks through research and local initiatives across communities nationwide.
