February 13, 2026
1 min read
Key takeaways:
- The outbreak is linked to certain lots of moringa powder capsules.
- The agency reports seven cases in seven states, with three hospitalizations but no deaths.
The CDC is investigating a new multistate outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella infections.
An alert posted to the agency website Feb. 13 noted the outbreak — linked to certain lots of moringa powder capsules — reports seven cases in seven states.
Three people have been hospitalized, but no deaths have occurred.
The moringa powder capsules are sold under the Rosabella brand and are distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC.
The capsules are packaged in white plastic bottles with a green label. They are sold primarily online via the company’s website, as well as Amazon, eBay, TikTok Shop and Shein.
The firm agreed to recall bottles with 52 lot codes, all of which have expiration dates in 2027. Lot codes are visible on the bottom of capsule bottles, above the expiration date. A list of the lot codes affected by the recall is available on the FDA website.
The CDC advised anyone who has affected capsules not to consume them; instead, the capsules should be thrown out or returned.
Items or surfaces that may have touched the affected capsules should be washed thoroughly. Anyone who experiences severe symptoms like high fever, dehydration, diarrhea or vomiting is urged to call their health care professional.
The CDC reminded health care professionals that most people with Salmonella infection recover without antibiotics.
The agency also noted the Salmonella strain associated with this outbreak is resistant to all first-line and alternative antibiotics typically recommended for Salmonella infections. The strain also may be resistant to multiple beta-lactam antibiotics, such as meropenem and other carbapenems, according to the agency’s advisory.
When possible, CDC recommends antibiotic treatment be tailored to antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Consultation with an infectious disease specialist may be necessary for complicated or extensively drug-resistant cases.
CDC announced in January it was investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to dietary supplements that contained moringa leaf powder. The two outbreaks are unrelated, according to the agency.
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