Sprout Organics has initiated a voluntary recall of one lot of its Sprout Organics Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach baby food pouch due to concerns over elevated levels of lead, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recall affects 3.5-ounce pouches sold between September and December 2024 primarily at Walgreens and select independent stores in the U.S. South region.
The products have an expiration date of Oct. 29, 2025.
No other Sprout Organics products are impacted, and no illnesses have been reported to date.
Lead exposure, even at low levels, can increase blood lead levels and pose serious health risks, especially to children. According to the FDA, symptoms of lead exposure may include developmental delays, learning difficulties, irritability, weight loss, fatigue,