Controversial supplement kratom contaminated with salmonella
Kratom supplement pills and tea have caused illness in 28 people in 20 different states due to salmonella contamination. An herbal drug not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), kratom is a plant that grows naturally in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Pills and tea are made from the leaves of the plant and are supposed to be beneficial primarily for pain relief.
The salmonella outbreak has affected at least 28 people, including a 6-year old child. Eleven of those who became ill have had to be hospitalized. There have been no reports of deaths related to the salmonella contamination.
No specific brand or supplier has yet been identified as the source of the salmonella contamination. The supplement, which can be in the form of pills, powder, or tea, may be sold under the brand names Thang, Kakuam, Thom, Ketom, and Biak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised everyone across the country to not consume any form of kratom since it could be contaminated with salmonella.
Salmonella is one of the most common causes of food poisoning. The CDC reports that every year, an estimated 42,000 cases of salmonellosis are reported in the United States. Illness caused by salmonella contamination usually results in diarrhea and/or vomiting due to severe inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by the bacteria. Symptoms can range from these gastrointestinal issues to more severe, life-threatening issues if the bacteria infection spreads internally.
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