Sixteen people across ten states have become ill with the same strain of Salmonella, according to a recent food safety alert from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Seven individuals have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported in connection with this outbreak.
The CDC reports that those affected had consumed ready-to-eat, home delivery meals produced by Metabolic Meals. In response, Metabolic Meals has removed several meals delivered during the week of July 28, 2025. The company is working with investigators and has contacted customers who purchased these meals to inform them about the situation.
"Metabolic Meals home delivery service removed several meals delivered during the week of July 28, 2025. Please see CDC's food safety alert for more information," the CDC stated. "Sick people in this outbreak reported eating ready-to-eat, home delivery meals made by Metabolic Meals."
The investigation is ongoing as officials work to identify a specific source of contamination.
Consumers are advised not to eat any affected Metabolic Meals products while the investigation continues. Those who ordered these meals should check their refrigerators and freezers and either dispose of the products or contact the company. The CDC also recommends washing any items or surfaces that may have come into contact with these meals using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
Individuals experiencing severe symptoms of Salmonella—including diarrhea and a fever higher than 102°F, diarrhea lasting more than three days without improvement, bloody diarrhea, persistent vomiting preventing liquid intake, or signs of dehydration—are urged to contact their healthcare provider.
Salmonella infection typically causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps six hours to six days after exposure. Most people recover within four to seven days without treatment; however, some cases can be severe enough to require hospitalization. Young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems are at greater risk for serious illness.
Further details about this outbreak can be found on the CDC’s food safety alert page at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/homedeliverymeals-09-25/index.html.
For questions regarding cases in specific states, individuals are encouraged to contact their state health department.
"Metabolic Meals is collaborating with investigators and has reached out directly to customers who purchased affected meals to inform them of the outbreak," according to CDC Media Relations.
