The latest in a series of current food recalls – such as vegetable mixtures that may be contaminated with E. coli – concerns Lay’s Classic Potato Chips. Frito-Lay recalled some 13-ounce bags of the popular snack on Dec. 16, followed soon after by grocery retailer Kroger. The products in question were distributed to retailers in Oregon and Washington (although this also includes online retailers that may have sold products outside the state). The products in question are being pulled from shelves because the chips are contaminated with an undeclared dairy product that could affect the health of millions of Americans.

The chips have been available for purchase since November 3rd and have a Guaranteed Fresh date (other than an expiration date or other dates on the packaging) of February 11th, 2025. They also carry the manufacturing code 6462307xx or 6463307xx and a UPC code 28400-31041. Anyone who owns these products and also suffers from a milk allergy should throw away the chips to avoid health complications. To date, no other retailers have indicated they have the chips in stock and no further recalls have been issued. Frito-Lay also stated that no other Frito-Lay products were affected.

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Milk allergy versus milk intolerance

An estimated 6.2 million people in the United States are allergic to milk. For these people, consuming products containing milk can be potentially life-threatening and can lead to anaphylaxis, an allergic reaction that causes the airways to narrow, preventing airflow to the lungs. Milk allergies can also cause hives, coughing, wheezing, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat. Children are most likely to develop a milk allergy, with around 80% of those affected overcoming the disease in adulthood.

However, milk intolerance does not affect the immune system like an allergy. People with lactose intolerance suffer from less severe, although often unpleasant, digestive problems. These typically include bloating, diarrhea and bloating. To avoid inconvenience, people with milk intolerance are also recommended to throw away the spoiled chips. If you have any questions about the recall, please contact Frito-Lay Customer Care at 1-800-352-4477, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST.

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