12 Hospitalized After Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Super Greens—What to Know

If you take a daily greens powder, check the label. A total of 45 people have become ill with a strain of Salmonella connected to Live it Up's Super Greens dietary supplement powder, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The FDA and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with state and local partners, are currently investigating the multi-state outbreak. The illnesses started on dates ranging from August 22, 2025, to December 30, 2025, across 21 states, including Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Sixteen out of 20 sick people who were able to provide information consumed Live it Up Super Greens before becoming ill. There have been 12 hospitalizations and no deaths.

Also, per the CDC notice, "the true number of sick people in this outbreak was likely much higher than the number reported, and this outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Salmonella. In addition, recent illnesses may not yet be reported, as it usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to determine if a sick person is part of an outbreak."

According to the FDA, symptoms of Salmonella infection occur within 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated food. The symptoms usually last four to seven days and can include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Children under five, older individuals, and those with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe infections. Contact your healthcare provider if you think you may have developed symptoms of a Salmonella infection after consuming the supplement.

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The FDA is conducting an ongoing investigation and is working with state partners to sample products of concern. Additional products may be contaminated; the FDA will continue to update the public as more information becomes available.

Produced by Superfoods, Inc., which operates as Live it Up of New York, New York, the Super Greens dietary supplement powder is primarily sold online through the company website and on other sites, including Amazon, eBay, and Walmart. The original and wild berry flavors are currently being recalled.

If you purchased Live it Up-brand Super Greens with expiration dates ranging from 08/2026 to 01/2028, do not consume them. Dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase. Carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that the product touched using hot soapy water or a dishwasher to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.