GreenWise Frozen Blueberries Recall: E. coli Symptoms & When to Get Help

U.S. health and food-safety officials are warning people not to eat certain recalled frozen GreenWise Organic IQF blueberries after an E. coli outbreak investigation. If you may have eaten the product, this guide explains the symptoms to watch for and when to seek medical care.

Check the product label before you eat

The recalled items are:

Product: Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries (10 oz)
Lot code: 60401
Best by date: February 9, 2028

Do not eat the recalled blueberries. Throw them away or return them to where you bought them. Also wash items and surfaces that may have touched the berries using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.

If you ate the berries: what symptoms to watch for

For Shiga toxin–producing E. coli illness, symptoms often begin 3 to 4 days after swallowing the bacteria. Common symptoms include:

Severe stomach cramps
Diarrhea (often bloody)
Vomiting

Most people recover without treatment after about 5 to 7 days. But in some cases, the infection can cause hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which can require hospitalization.

When to get medical help right away

Call a healthcare professional if you (or a child in your care) have E. coli–type symptoms such as:

Diarrhea or vomiting lasting more than 2 days
Bloody poop or blood in urine
A fever higher than 102°F
Signs of dehydration (for example, not peeing much, dry mouth and throat, or feeling dizzy when standing)

HUS is a medical emergency. Seek urgent/emergency care if you notice possible signs of HUS, including:

Little or no peeing
Losing pink color in the cheeks or inside the lower eyelids
Unexplained bruising or a rash of tiny red spots
Blood in pee
Feeling very tired, irritable (cranky), or having decreased alertness

If symptoms are severe or you’re unsure, contact a clinician promptly or use emergency services.

What you can do now

Check your freezer for the recalled 10-oz GreenWise Organic IQF blueberries with lot 60401 and best by Feb. 9, 2028.
Do not eat the recalled product; discard or return it.
If you’re sick, tell your healthcare professional when you ate the product and what symptoms you’re having.

Important safety: what not to do (anti-diarrheals and antibiotics)

Anti-diarrheal medicines: talk with a healthcare provider before using anti-diarrheal medication (such as loperamide/Imodium). Don’t use anti-diarrheal medication with bloody diarrhea or with suspected Shiga toxin–producing E. coli (STEC), because it can increase the chance of HUS.
Antibiotics: most people recover without antibiotics, and antibiotics are generally not used for STEC unless a clinician specifically recommends them for a situation they assess.

What’s known—and what’s not yet known

FDA reports its investigation is ongoing. While the recalled product identifiers (10 oz, lot 60401, best by Feb. 9, 2028) are clear, FDA notes that distribution details and other investigation findings can evolve as more information becomes available.

Sources

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This article is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Research findings can be early or incomplete, and health guidance can change. Always talk with a qualified healthcare professional about personal symptoms, diagnosis, medications, vaccines, screenings, or treatment decisions. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call emergency services right away.