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The following kashrus information alert is from the Star-K based on a question from the editor posted on August 18 2014.

Sam Adams beers are certified as kosher by the Star-K. Most of the certified beers bear a Star-K, However, some beers that are kosher are missing the kosher symbol. If you have a question about the kosher status of a particular beer, you can contact the Star-K at 410-484-4110.

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The following health alert is from the FDA on August 13 2014.

Allegro Original Marinade, 12.7 fl oz (375 mL), UPC 0 74964 00100 7, Best By 6/17/17, Lot 14168 have been recalled because elevated yeast level with likelihood of premature spoilage.

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The following macademia nut allergy alert is from the FDA on August 13 2014.

Simply Enjoy Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies, 7oz., m Tate's Wholesale, Llc., East Moriches, NY have been recalled because recent tests show that the "Simply Enjoy Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies", Use by date Nov 5 2014, contain undeclared Macademia Nuts.

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The following peanut allergy alert is from the FDA on August 13 2014.

KIND, LLC is voluntarily recalling all lots of the following products due to the potential presence of peanut protein:
Kind Maple Pumpkin Baked Bar,Strong & Kind Honey Mustard, Strong & Kind Thai Sweet Chili, Strong & Kind Roasted Jalapeno, Strong & Kind Hickory Smoked, Strong & Kind Honey Smoke BBQ Bars

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The following kashrus advisory is from the OU Daf HaKashrus, August 2014.

AT THE PRESENT TIME, most varieties of Oreo Cookies contain dairy ingredients, with three notable exceptions.
Original Oreo Sandwich Cookies, Oreo Double Stuf Sandwich Cookies and Mini Original Oreo Sandwich Cookies do not contain dairy ingredients, though they are manufactured on dairy equipment. The equipment is not necessarily cleaned before the production of these three cookies, and there may be a small amount of dairy residue present. Nonetheless, the dairy component would be minimal, and from a Halachic perspective, the dairy residue is nullified (botel bishishim) and of no consequence. The bottom line of all this is that these three cookies may be consumed after meat and poultry, but not simultaneously.

Please bear in mind that the manufacturer may choose in the future to reformulate these products and add dairy ingredients. Since these products already bear symbols, formulation changes would not be reflected in the logo. As such, we recommend that consumers check regularly with our office to confirm the status of these items.

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The following kashrus alert is from OK Kosher Suprvision on August 13, 2014.

Please be advised that NORTHWEST OLIVE OIL is distributing several products bearing an unauthorized OK kosher symbol on the packaging under the following brand Names:
Crescent Olive Oil, Torino Olive Oil, Angela Olive Oil, Toscana Olive Oil, Bountiful Baskets Apple Cider Vinegar, Bountiful Baskets Coconut Oil
OK KOSHER CERTIFICATION DOES NOT CERTIFY ANY OF THESE PRODUCTS. Corrective action is being taken.

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The following health alert is from the Yahoo News on August 13, 2014.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is initiating a voluntary recall of McCormick® Ground Oregano, 0.75 oz bottle, UPC 0-523561-6 with code dates BEST BY AUG 21 16 H and AUG 22 16 H due to possible contamination with Salmonella. This recall does not impact any other McCormick Ground, Whole or Oregano Leaves products.
he product subject to this recall is:

The potential risk was brought to McCormick's attention by FDA during routine testing. This recall affects 1,032 cases that were shipped of the affected date codes.
McCormick has alerted customers and grocery outlets to remove the product with the affected date codes from store shelves and distribution centers immediately, and to destroy this product in a manner that would prevent any further consumption.
Consumers do not need to return the product to the store where it was purchased. Instead, consumers are urged to dispose of the recalled product and its container. Please contact McCormick Consumer Affairs at 1-800-632-5847, weekdays from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Time), for a replacement or full refund, and with general inquires.

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The following kashrus alert is from the Orthodox Rabbinical Board of Broward and Palm Beach Counties (ORB) on August 6, 2014.

Effective Wednesday, August 6, 2014, Gainesville Hillel, 2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32603, is no longer under the supervision of the ORB.

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The following health alert is from the Brooks Tropical on August 8, 2014.

Brooks Tropicals, LLC of Homestead, FL is voluntarily issuing a limited recall of 401 boxes of fresh green skin avocados with a single Lot # 2610 because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Green-skinned avocados from the lot were distributed to a limited number of customers in Florida, New York, Illinois, Georgia, and New Jersey. All customers shipped Lot # 2610 have been notified and since product was packed over three weeks ago on July 15, no product should remain in the market since the product is greatly beyond its shelf life. .
The potential for contamination was discovered as the result of a routine FDA random lot sample taken on July 16, 2014, but positive analysis confirmed verbally by FDA was only received August 6. The fruit was packed on July 15 and has about a ten (10) day shelf life.
Any product remaining in the market channels with the Lot # 2610 should be disposed of immediately.
For more information, please contact Bill Brindle at 305 247-3544 or billb@brookstropicals.com

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The following health alert is from the FDA on August 1, 2014.

Sunburst Superfoods of Tuckahoe, NY, is recalling Sunburst SUPERFOODS Organic Raw Carob Powder sold from March 12, 2014 through July 28th, 2014, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Sunburst SUPERFOODS Organic Raw Carob Powder was distributed throughout the United States to consumers through online sales.
Sunburst SUPERFOODS Organic Raw Carob Powder was sold in One Pound and Five Pound bags with no coding. The product is packaged in re-sealable, all-natural brown paper bags with a thin metal and thin plastic lining on the interior of the bags.
Our supplier initiated a recall of the bulk Organic Raw Carob Powder after learning that one of its customers received a positive test for Salmonella from their original lot.
Consumers who have purchased Sunburst SUPERFOODS Organic Raw Carob Powder are urged not to consume the product and to return it to us as soon as possible for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-228-4436, Monday - Friday, 9 am – 4 pm, ET or by e-mail to customerservice@sunburstsuperfoods.com.

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