Whole Foods Ashwagandha Capsules Recalled for Salmonella Risk
Class I Recall — Most Serious
This is a Class I recall — the most serious type. Products covered by this recall may cause serious health consequences or death.
Vitality Works Inc. is recalling a specific lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha Capsules due to potential Salmonella contamination. This recall affects the Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules, 120 count, with lot number 2025-26227.
The recalled capsules were sold from November 24, 2025, to October 20, 2026, both online via Amazon.com and in Whole Foods Market stores across multiple states, including AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WY. The product is packaged in white plastic bottles and can be identified by the UPC 9948252099 and expiration date 10/13/2028.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling detected the potential contamination. While no illnesses have been reported, Salmonella can cause serious infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms may include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Consumers who purchased the affected product should not consume it. Instead, they should discard the product and obtain a refund at any Whole Foods Market store. For further inquiries, customers can contact Vitality Works Inc. at (505) 268-9950, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mountain Time.