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SACRAMENTO – Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer, has warned consumers with wheat allergies not to eat six varieties of AVO’s Bakery Inc. products.
Five products are Gourmet Sesame Plain, Date Mamoul, Gourmet French, Gourmet Anise Plain and Sea Salted Cookies Sticks Gourmet Cookies. The sixth is Avo’s Bread Crumbs product.
AVO’s Bakery of Burbank, Calif., is voluntarily recalling the products, which were sold primarily at local retail markets in Southern California.
The recall was initiated after CDPH identified the labeling omission during a routine inspection at the bakery. No illnesses have been reported at this time.
The products are packaged in clear plastic, clam-shell containers with labels that have the AVO’S Bakery Inc. logo in red lettering, and have white, yellow, or green background color, with the product name in black lettering.
The Feb. 26, 2014, best-by date is printed on a sticker on the label.
To view the bakery's products, visit http://www.cdph.ca.gov/pubsforms/Documents/fdbFrAVO1a.pdf .
AVO’s Bakery Inc. immediately segregated its entire inventory of recalled products and has notified retailers that received the affected products directly.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction, that requires immediate medical attention should they consume these products.
Consumers who have experienced allergic reaction after consuming any of these products should contact their health care provider. Anyone observing the products being offered for sale is encouraged to call CDPH toll-free complaint line at 800-495-3232.
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CLEARLAKE, Calif. – While the holidays can be the most wonderful time of year, with cooler weather, family gatherings and delicious foods, they can also be a minefield for those looking to maintain their weight-loss and fitness goals.
Katie Mitchell, director of fitness, and Amanda Turner, registered dietitian (RD), with Curves International Inc., www.curves.com , offer the following tips to help stay on track with food and health goals:
– Eat before you go to a party: Never go to a party hungry. Eating a high-fiber or protein-based snack like a turkey rollup and an apple will help fill you up and ensure your blood sugar levels stay consistent – preventing overindulgence in calorie-laden party foods. Simply take 4 ounces of turkey slices and 2 teaspoons of whole grain mustard, spread the mustard on the turkey, roll and enjoy. Slice up an apple if you are still hungry. Once at the party, make sure to drink a glass of water before you grab a plate.
– Bring your own healthy item: When you are invited to a party, take a healthy dish with you. This will ensure there is at least one healthy food option at the party.
– Measure your portions: Using measuring cups and spoons, rather than eye-balling and guessing, will help with portion control. If you are out and about and can’t measure, use these basic measurement estimators: A fist = 1 cup; palm sized = approximately 4 ounces of a meat portion; deck of cards = 3 ounces of meat; tip of thumb = 1 tablespoon; tip of pinky = 1 teaspoon; tennis ball = 1 fruit serving; golf ball sized = 2 tablespoons.
– Keep a food diary: Keeping a food diary, either online or in a journal, can help you keep track of your weight-loss goals. In fact, some research has shown that those who keep a food journal lose up to twice as much weight. Recording your food intake can also help you think twice about that extra serving of mashed potatoes at dinner. Be sure to enter your food intake online right after a meal or event.
– Avoid liquid calories: Liquid calories do not satisfy your hunger as much as solid foods. It is best to choose calorie-free beverages like water, unsweetened-tea, black coffee, and seltzer water for beverages. If you plan to drink alcohol, limit yourself to one 5 ounce glass of wine, a 12 ounce beer or a small cocktail with 1 ounce of liquor. If you prefer mixed drinks, try a calorie free mixer like soda water with lemon or lime wedges, crystal light, or diet options rather than regular options.
– Add activity: Look for efficient and effective workouts. Seek a fitness program that combines strength training with cardio – you need it all in order to protect and increase muscle, burn fat, strengthen the heart and lungs, and promote flexibility.
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