Update on son after eating Kellogg's poptarts-not good

Thanks for the information. The more processed foods I am really skeptical of, even if there is no warning label. I'd be interested in your recipe, and I will definitely avoid Pop Tarts!!!

steviesparents

So sorry to hear about your child's reaction. I'm glad to hear that he is okay.

And thank you for the information on the pop tarts.

So everyone knows--US FDA labeling law only requires an ingredient to be listed if it is in the food item.

No warning label is required for items processed in or made in the same facility or on the same lines.

I am also sorry to hear about your child's allergy. What flavor Pop Tart did your child eat? I would suggest if you still have any of the Pop Tarts remaining you send them to a lab for independent testing and/or contact the FDA.

Furthermore, you should consider contacting a personal injury attorney that specializes in these types of cases. The fact of the matter is that writing letters and complaining to minimum-wage customer service representatives makes little to no difference in the ways these food companies manufacture their products.

If trace amounts of peanuts/tree nuts are allowed to enter into a non-nut containing product the manufacturer is considered negligent and should be held accountable. The only way they will ever change their manufacturing practices is to speak their language; money. If everyone who experienced an allergic reaction took legal action against these companies, the amount paid out in punitive damages for negligence would make them realize the severity of the issue.

Some may think this sounds a bit extreme but for many it comes down to a situation of life and death. There's no reason any of us should risk a fatal allergic reaction due to the negligence of a manufacturer.

Yes, I told we be interested to see what flavor Pop Tart. We eat them all the time, but I have been extra worried since I saw your post.

I contacted FAAN, they are getting in contact with a company to test the pop tarts (blueberry muffin, by the way, sorry I did not include that before) for contamination. I also did contact the FDA and they are investigating it. Where all of this will go who knows, Kelloggs is such a big company. I just want others to be aware of the cross-contamination.
We will see and I will keep everyone posted.

Oh no my daughter loves poptarts and the kelloggs breakfast bars. Thank you for informing us and contacting the FDA.

Did FAAN or FDA give a time frame for the results of their tests?

No, I am still waiting on FAAN to call about where to send the poptart. The FDA said it could take some time and they were starting the paperwork.

I'm always a little reluctant to try new flavors of products when they first come out, even if it's from a brand I trust. I like to wait a while to make sure their labeling is accurate and that there's no recalls.

Wow, this is scary stuff- the kind that will give a PA parent nightmares. My kids (all, even my PA son) had the blueberry poptarts this morning. Thanks for posting this. Talk about being motivated to provide a healthier (and safer) breakfast!

Was your child tested for a berry allergy?

What a scary experience! My kids love Pop Tarts, but I'm not a fan because they're so processed. Instead, I purchase the Nature's Path Toaster Pastries. They look just like Pop Tarts, but are organic and safe for peanut allergies. I find them at Wal-Mart for $2.20 a box so the price is comparable. I contacted Nature's Path and the Toaster Pastries are made in a nut free facility. I posted their response on my blog if anyone wants to read it. The link is http://peanutclinicaltrial.blogspot.com/search/label/Nature%27s%20Path.

Please post the results of the independent testing. Guess I need to now contact Kellogg's and see what else is not safe.

Melanie
www.peanutclinicaltrial.blogspot.com