New outbreak traced to moringa capsules under investigation

Food and Drug Administration investigators are looking into a new outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections attributed to moringa powder capsules.

The capsules in question are sold under the Rosabella brand. Moringa was distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC. There is great concern that consumers may have moringa capsules at home due to their long shelf life, which extends until the end of 2027.

This outbreak is separate from the outbreak of Salmonella Richmond infections attributed to Member’s Mark and other brands of moringa.

The new outbreak has sickened seven people in seven states. The illnesses began on dates ranging from November 7, 2025 to January 8 of this year. Three of the patients required hospitalization, which represents a high percentage of salmonella outbreaks. No deaths have been reported. Sufferers live in Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee and Washington.

This outbreak is particularly interesting because the strain of Salmonella causing these illnesses is resistant to all first-line antibiotics commonly recommended for the treatment of Salmonella infections.

The FDA has recommended that Ambrosia Brands LLC recall all Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules from the market. The company agreed to recall only certain batches. Please see the table below for a complete list of lot codes and expiration dates of potentially contaminated products.

The FDA is conducting a traceback investigation to determine a source of contamination and is working with state partners to collect samples.

The previous outbreak of Salmonella Richmond infections linked to other brands of moringa leaf powder and capsules sickened 65 people in 28 states. Fourteen of the patients had to be hospitalized.

About Salmonella Infections
Foods contaminated with Salmonella bacteria generally do not look, smell, or taste spoiled. Anyone can get a Salmonella infection. Infants, children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness because their immune systems are fragile, according to the CDC.

Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctor about their possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria, because special tests are needed to diagnose salmonellosis. Symptoms of a Salmonella infection can mimic other illnesses, often leading to misdiagnosis.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection may include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise, healthy adults typically stay sick for four to seven days. In some cases, however, diarrhea can be so severe that patients need to be hospitalized.

Older adults, children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients, are more likely to develop serious illness and serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions.

Some people become infected without getting sick or showing symptoms. However, they can still transmit the infection to others.