ALBUQUERQUE, NM — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says Vitality Works Inc. is recalling one lot of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules after routine testing raised a Salmonella concern. The affected supplement was sold nationwide at Whole Foods stores and on Amazon.com, making the recall relevant to shoppers across the country.
No illnesses linked to the product have been reported so far, according to the FDA announcement posted Oct. 30. Even so, the agency and the company are urging consumers not to use the capsules and to check any bottles they may have at home.
Which ashwagandha capsules are included in the recall
The recalled product comes in a 120-count white plastic bottle. Consumers should look for 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules and confirm the identifying details on the container.
The affected lot number is 2025-26227, the UPC is 9948252099, and the expiration date is 10/13/2028. Vitality Works says the lot number and expiration date are printed on the bottom of the bottle, which should make it easier to verify whether a package is part of the recall.
The capsules were distributed from Nov. 24, 2025, through Oct. 20, 2026, meaning some consumers may still have the product in their homes. Anyone who sees the matching lot information should treat it as recalled even if the bottle appears unopened.
Why the FDA says the supplement may be dangerous
Salmonella can cause serious infections, especially in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. The FDA warning says healthy people may still become ill after exposure, with symptoms that can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
In some cases, the infection can become far more severe. The agency says Salmonella can rarely enter the bloodstream and lead to complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.
The recall was triggered by routine sampling rather than a cluster of reported illnesses. That means the concern was identified during testing, but the FDA is still warning consumers to take it seriously because contamination can be difficult to spot by appearance, smell, or taste.
What shoppers should do with the recalled bottles
Consumers should stop using the capsules right away. The company announcement says the product should be thrown away rather than returned to Vitality Works, even though customers can get a refund at any Whole Foods store.
If someone has taken the capsules and develops symptoms consistent with Salmonella infection, the FDA says they should contact a health care provider promptly. That advice is especially important for people who are pregnant, elderly, immunocompromised, or caring for young children who may have consumed the supplement.
People with questions can call Vitality Works Inc. at (505) 268-9950. The company says customer service is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.
How the recall fits into supplement safety concerns
Dietary supplements often move through broad retail channels, including national grocery chains and online marketplaces, which can make a recall especially far-reaching once a product has been distributed. In this case, the combination of Whole Foods stores and Amazon sales means the recalled capsules may have reached customers in many states.
That reach is one reason the FDA routinely issues notices even when no injuries have been reported. A product tied to possible contamination can remain in homes for months, and consumers may not realize it is part of a recall unless they check lot numbers and expiration dates closely.
For shoppers who keep supplements in a cabinet or travel bag, the bottle details matter most. The FDA notice points consumers to the lot number, UPC, and expiration date as the easiest way to determine whether they have the affected product.
What the FDA says about Salmonella symptoms and follow-up
The FDA warning describes Salmonella as an organism that can cause both short-term digestive illness and, in rare cases, more severe disease. Symptoms can begin after exposure with stomach pain, vomiting, or diarrhea, and some infections may become bloody.
If symptoms appear after taking the recalled capsules, consumers should not wait to see whether they pass. The agency recommends speaking with a medical professional as soon as possible, particularly if the illness is severe or if the person belongs to a high-risk group.
At this point, the recall remains a precautionary consumer safety action. The FDA says the contamination concern was found during testing, and officials have not reported any illnesses connected to the product.
Where the recalled product was made and sold
Vitality Works Inc. is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the company’s recall notice identifies it as the firm responsible for the affected supplement. The product was sold under the 365 Whole Foods Market label, which is the house brand associated with Whole Foods Market.
Because the capsules were sold both in stores and online, customers may need to check more than one place before assuming they do not have the recalled lot. A bottle purchased at a Whole Foods location or through Amazon during the stated distribution window could match the affected batch.
Anyone who is unsure should compare the product details carefully before taking another capsule. The FDA and the company both say the safest move is to stop using the product if the lot number and expiration date match the recall notice.
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