Moldy Food

This moldy food thing is getting out of hand. My Aunt posted the picture below on Facebook of apple sauce she bought for her Grandson. You can see the top of the container is all black with mold especially in the left corner. The container says its "Best By Nov 17, 13" ... Ha Yeah Right!!!

 

 

How could these major food company's allow food to get to the consumers moldy. I have seen many pictures of moldy Capri Sun over the last few weeks. Kraft Foods has a whole Q&A section on their website about the mold and why then have not recalled any products.

Why are you not issuing a recall?

We checked our quality control records, product samples and recent consumer contacts for issues or patterns. Nothing unusual was found that would indicate there was a broader problem. The reality is, mold spores are literally everywhere. That's why most foods, especially those without preservatives, eventually spoil and get moldy. Our quality controls are designed to minimize this exposure. Since there are no preservatives in our drinks, mold can grow, especially if there is a small hole or leak in the pouch.

Was cost a consideration in not issuing a recall?

Not at all. The safety of our products and the well-being of our consumers are our highest priorities. Based on some previous incidents, we're reasonably certain the problem was mold.

What if you have mold allergies?

Typically, mold must be inhaled to cause allergic symptoms. When mold is found in Capri Sun, it is immersed in liquid which would prevent the spores from becoming airborne and inhaled.

To me it is a whole load of bull. I have a severe mold allergy and I don't think Kraft Foods has consulted a Doctor on the seriousness of mold in food. And then there was the USDA Whistleblowers Expose Moldy Applesauce. Covering up mold in food for children, I just can't handle this I'm going to grow my own food from now on. If food is going to make me sick it's going to be from my own stupidity not from someone elses!!!