# Major Recall Alert: Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach, 3.5-Ounce Pouch Recalled Due to Elevated Levels of Lead
Sprout Organics has issued an urgent voluntary recall of one lot of their **Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach, 3.5-ounce pouch** product after routine sampling revealed elevated levels of lead. This recall highlights an important health concern, especially for young children and infants who are the primary consumers of these products. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.
## Why This Recall is Important
Lead exposure poses serious health risks, and even small amounts can accumulate in the body over time, especially in children. Symptoms may go unnoticed at first but can result in significant long-term effects, including:
- Increased blood lead levels
- Impaired learning and development
- Neurological and behavioral challenges
- Other chronic health complications
The amount of exposure, duration, age, and body weight all play a role in how lead affects the body. Protecting children from possible exposure is crucial for their health and well-being, prompting this recall by Sprout Organics as a preventive measure.
## Details of the Recall
Sprout Organics initiated the voluntary recall of their **Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach, 3.5-ounce pouch** after discovering elevated lead levels during a routine sampling test. Here's what you need to know about the affected product:
- **Product Name**: Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach, 3.5-ounce pouch
- **Brand**: Sprout Organics
- **Retail Availability**: Sold at Walgreens and certain independent stores in the U.S. South region
- **Sales Period**: Primarily between September and December 2024
- **Identifying Details**: Look for the lot code and expiration date printed on the lower back strip of the pouch.
No illnesses related to this recall have been reported, and no other Sprout Organics products are affected.
For reference, you can check the official FDA recall notice here: [FDA Recalls – Sprout Organics](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sprout-organics-voluntarily-recalls-one-lot-sweet-potato-apple-and-spinach-due-possible-health-risk).
## What You Should Do
Immediate action is advised if you have purchased the affected product:
- **Stop Consumption Immediately**: Do not allow children to consume the product.
- **Check Packaging Details**: Identify if your pouch matches the described lot code and expiration date.
- **Return or Dispose of the Product**: Return the item to the purchase location (Walgreens or independent stores) for a full refund, or safely dispose of it.
- **Contact Sprout Organics**: If you have further questions or concerns, reach out to Sprout Organics at the following:
- Phone: **510-833-6089** (Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM PT)
- Email: **Info@sproutorganics.com**
Additionally, visit Sprout Organics' [FAQ page](https://sproutorganics.com/pages/faq) to learn more about their rigorous testing program and steps they take to ensure the safety of their products.
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