Second Florida Company Recalls ‘Nuez de la India’ Seeds Citing Potentially Fatal Risks, Says FDA
‘Nuez de la India’ Seed
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The OBC Group, a Miami-based enterprise, is the latest company in Florida to recall its “Nut Diet Max Nuez de la India” seeds and capsules. This follows a similar action by Todoorganic last week, both of which were prompted by an FDA alert warning that the seeds may not only be counterfeit but could also be lethal.
The FDA’s cautionary note also included visual evidence contrasting the samples of “Nut Diet Max” seeds with genuine Nuez de la India seeds—also known as candlenut seeds—and yellow oleander. Unlike the authentic candlenut seeds, the recalled products closely resemble yellow oleander, which is highly toxic.
The federal agency advised, “Consumers are urged to discontinue use of any products labeled as Nut Diet Max brand (in seed or capsule form) or Todorganic Natural brand (in seed form) that are marketed as Nuez de la India, India nuts, or India seeds due to possible yellow oleander contamination.” For other similar products, the FDA is encouraging vigilance because of the striking resemblance between harmless candlenut seeds and poisonous yellow oleander seeds.
The FDA’s warning became all the more significant as it was revealed that an individual in Maryland required hospitalization after consuming the Nut Diet Max variant of Nuez de la India seeds. According to the agency, ingesting yellow oleander can result in a range of serious health issues, from neurological and gastrointestinal problems to life-threatening cardiovascular conditions. Symptoms could encompass nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, and irregular heart rhythms, among other adverse effects.
What Was Included in the OBC Group’s Recall?
According to public records, The OBC Group, managed by Oscar Becerra in Doral, Florida, has withdrawn its Nut Diet Max Nuez de la India seeds sold on online platforms like Amazon and eBay in 2-ounce bags. The vendors implicated in the FDA’s announcement are EZ Sale Works/AMP Imports in Miami and Rapid Diets in Doral.
In addition, Nut Diet Max capsules, available in 30-count bottles, were sold through Natural Vida in Miami via Walmart and eBay. The recall covers all product lot numbers and expiration dates.
What Should Concerned Customers Do?
Consumers are advised to return any of the implicated seeds or capsules to the place of purchase. The OBC Group’s contact person, Oscar Becerra, is expected to be available for queries at 305-216-1322 from Monday to Friday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET. However, attempts to reach him for comment by a Miami Herald reporter were unsuccessful as the voice mailbox had not been set up.
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