Medications & Supplements/Dietary Supplements

Eva Nutrition, Science of Alpha, and Other Tejocote Root Recalled for Toxic Oleander

Agency Publication Date: June 21, 2024

Summary

GLOBAL MIX INC. is recalling several brands of Tejocote Root dietary supplements, including Eva Nutrition, Science of Alpha Mexican, NWL Nutra Mexican, and Niwali Mexican. These products were found to contain yellow oleander, a poisonous plant that can cause serious illness or death. The recall affects products with Serial Number 181121U, a manufacture date of 8/1/2023, and an expiration date of 06/2025. No injuries have been reported to date.

Risk

Ingesting yellow oleander can cause severe health issues, including heart rhythm disturbances, neurological problems, and gastrointestinal distress, which can be life-threatening. The product was contaminated with or substituted by this toxic plant material.

What You Should Do

This recall involves Tejocote Root dietary supplements sold under the brands Eva Nutrition, Science of Alpha Mexican, NWL Nutra Mexican, and Niwali Mexican.
Identify affected products by looking for Serial Number 181121U, a manufacture date (MFG Date) of 8/1/2023, and an expiration date of 06/2025 on the packaging.
Stop using the recalled product immediately. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact GLOBAL MIX INC. for further instructions.
If you have consumed this product and are experiencing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or irregular heartbeat, seek medical attention immediately.
Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Tejocote Root Products

Variants: Eva Nutrition, Science of Alpha Mexican, NWL Nutra Mexican, Niwali Mexican

Serial Numbers:

181121U (MFG 8/1/2023, Exp 06/2025)

Recall #: F-1390-2024

Product Images

Eva Nutrition Raiz de Tejocote Dietary Supplement bottle

Niwali Raiz de Tejocote Dietary Supplement bottle

NWL Nutra Mexican Tejocote Root Dietary Supplement bottle

Science of Alpha Mexican Tejocote Root Dietary Supplement bottle

“Eva Nutrition Mexican Tejocote Root Dietary Supplement bottle”

“Eva Nutrition Mexican Tejocote Root Dietary Supplement bottle base Lot 181121U, EXP 08/2025”

“Eva Nutrition Mexican Tejocote Root Dietary Supplement bottle base Lot 181121U, EXP 06/2025”

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 94370

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: GLOBAL MIX INC.

Manufactured In: United States

Distributed To: Alabama, Alaska, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, New York, New Jersey, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Were You Affected by This Recall?

If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.

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Summary

What You Should Do

This recall involves Tejocote Root dietary supplements sold under the brands Eva Nutrition, Science of Alpha Mexican, NWL Nutra Mexican, and Niwali Mexican.

Identify affected products by looking for Serial Number 181121U, a manufacture date (MFG Date) of 8/1/2023, and an expiration date of 06/2025 on the packaging.

Stop using the recalled product immediately. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact GLOBAL MIX INC. for further instructions.

If you have consumed this product and are experiencing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or irregular heartbeat, seek medical attention immediately.

Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.