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Granola Bars Recalled Over Metal Fragments in Idaho

Have you heard of MadeGood granola bars? If you shop at Walmart, Target, or Whole Foods in Boise or throughout Idaho, you're likely to have seen them on the shelf or even purchased them.

The MadeGood granola bars are being recalled because some may contain metal pieces. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Riverside Natural Foods Inc., the company that made the bars, reported the issues.

Which Bars Are Affected?

The recall includes several MadeGood granola bars made between January and November 2024. These are the specific bars being recalled:

  • Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
  • Chocolate Banana Granola Bars
  • Mixed Berry Granola Bars
  • Strawberry Granola Bars
  • Halloween Chocolate Chip Granola Mini Bars
  • Chocolate Drizzled Birthday Cake Granola Bars
  • Chocolate Drizzled Granola Bars Variety Pack
  • Holiday Sprinkles Chocolate Drizzled Granola Mini Bars
  • Chocolate Drizzled Vanilla Granola Bars
  • MadeGood Variety Pack

How to Check if Your Snack is Recalled

If you think you may have purchased the recalled granola bars, check the package details. Look for the product size, UPC (barcode number), and "best by" date.

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This recall affected products made at BrucePac's plant in Durant, Oklahoma, and has reached several popular stores like Walmart and Trader Joe's. So, if you've got any of these products at home, it's time to play it safe. The recall includes 75 types of meat and chicken products, including grilled chicken breast strips, produced between June 19 and October 8, 2024. The best-by dates range from June 19, 2025, to October 8, 2025. If you spot these items in your fridge or freezer, it's best to throw them out right away.

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