Salmonella outbreak linked to Metabolic Meals sickens more than a dozen people, 7 hospitalized, CDC says

A recent Salmonella outbreak has been traced back to certain home delivery meals provided by Metabolic Meals, leading to illness in more than a dozen individuals across 10 states. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, seven of those affected had to be hospitalized due to the severity of their symptoms.

The contaminated meals were prepared and delivered by Metabolic Meals during the week of July 28 and included the following varieties:
– Four cheese tortellini with pesto sauce and grilled chicken — Lot Code: 25199; Best By: 08/07/2025.
– Low carb chicken teriyaki and vegetables — Lot Code: 25202; Best By: 08/05/2025.
– Black garlic and ranch chicken tenders with roasted vegetables — Lot Code: 25205; Best By: 08/08/2025.
– Sliced top sirloin with roasted peanut sauce and summer vegetables — Lot Code: 25203; Best By: 08/06/2025.

Additional meal lot codes affected include: 25199, 25202, 25203, 25204, 25205. Residents of California, Missouri, Georgia, Minnesota, Texas, Arkansas, Illinois, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, and Washington state were among those who fell ill as a result of consuming these meals.

Metabolic Meals is a subscription-based service that specializes in providing macro-friendly meals, as stated on their website. The company is currently cooperating with investigators and has been in direct contact with customers who purchased the affected meal types to notify them of the outbreak.

Symptoms of a Salmonella infection can range from nausea and vomiting to diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. In severe cases, the bacteria can lead to complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms.

If you suspect that you may have consumed any of the contaminated products, the CDC advises checking your refrigerator or freezer for them and disposing of them immediately. Alternatively, you can contact Metabolic Meals for further guidance on handling the situation.

It is important to note that the number of reported cases may be higher than currently known, as it typically takes 3 to 4 weeks to confirm whether an individual is part of an outbreak. Public health officials continue to monitor the situation closely and urge anyone experiencing symptoms to seek medical attention promptly.