Risk of Vomiting and Diarrhea Associated with Consumption of Certain Mineral Waters - Recall Announced
In a recent development, two popular mineral water brands in Germany, Gut&Günstig and Naturalis, have been recalled due to bacterial contamination discovered during routine checks. The affected products are primarily sold at Edeka and Netto supermarkets [1][2][3].
The producer, Roxane GmbH, detected a "germload," a quantified concentration of germs, fungi, or spores in water, but did not specify the exact bacteria involved [2]. This contamination could potentially lead to adverse health effects, so the company advises against consuming these products.
The recall applies to Gut&Günstig mineral water distributed in all federal states except Saarland and Baden-Württemberg, and Naturalis mineral water mainly in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Berlin, Brandenburg, Hesse, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Lower Saxony, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia [1].
All batches suspected of contamination have been removed from shelves, but the available information does not specify exact best before dates for the recalled mineral water [1][2]. The source of the affected products is the Clara spring in Jessen, Saxony-Anhalt [2].
Consumers are advised to return the affected water to the store, even without a receipt. Particular caution is advised for children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with pre-existing conditions, as they may be more susceptible to the potential health effects of the contamination [4].
For Gut&Günstig waters sold at Edeka, the affected products include "Still Mineral Water" 0.5 L and 1.5 L with best before dates of 01.07.2027, 02.07.2027, 30.06.2027, 01.07.2027, 02.07.2027, 30.03.2026, 01.04.2026, 03.04.2026, and "Classic Mineral Water" 0.5 L and 1.5 L with best before dates of 30.03.2026, 01.07.2026, and "Medium Mineral Water" 0.5 L and 1.5 L with best before dates of 30.03.2026, 02.04.2026, 03.04.2026, and 02.07.2026 [5].
Netto is also recalling water from the Naturalis brand, specifically "Still Mineral Water" 0.5-1.5 L with best before dates of 30.06.-03.07.2027, "Medium Mineral Water" 0.5-1.5 L with best before dates of 02.04.-02.07.2026, and "Classic Mineral Water" 0.5-1.5 L with best before dates of 01.04.-01.07.2026 [5].
It is important to check the source "Jessen" and "Quelle Clara" on the label of the affected water to ensure it is not part of the recall [2]. Symptoms of consumption of the affected water may include diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain [6].
The recall affects Bavaria, Berlin, Lower Saxony, and seven other federal states [1]. For more information, consumers are encouraged to contact the respective supermarket or the producer.
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- The bacterial contamination discovered in the two German mineral water brands, Gut&Günstig and Naturalis, could potentially have adverse effects on mental-health, as stress and anxiety might increase due to the contamination scare.
- In light of the recall, it's essential to focus on health-and-wellness and adopt a balanced nutrition lifestyle to ensure a proper food-and-drink intake to counteract any potential negative effects of the contaminated water.
- To support overall well-being, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and consuming nutrient-rich foods can help the body resist any potential harm caused by consuming the bacterially contaminated mineral water.
