Protica Inc. Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

WHITEHALL, Pa., Aug. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 17, 2012, Protica Inc. of Whitehall, PA had undertaken a voluntary product withdrawal of four products including Body Choice "Protein Shots", Nutritional Resources "Protein Wave", ProBalance "Protein to Go French Vanilla Latte" and "Protein to Go Milk Chocolate Shake" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention. No illnesses have been confirmed to date.

The problem with the lots below were discovered when investigating the processing parameters for all manufactured products. The products withdrawn were distributed nationally through retail and direct mail and are limited to specific lots of the branded products. The affected lots follow.

Protein to Go Milk Chocolate Shake (2.5oz bottle)

Protein to Go French Vanilla Latte (2.5oz bottle)

Nutritional Resources Protein Wave gelatin (6oz cup)

Body Choice Protein Shots (3oz vial)

Consumers who have purchased any of the above products can return them to the Protica for a full refund.  Consumers with any questions should contact Protica at 1-800-PROTICA (1-800-776-8422).

Protica, founded in 2001, is headquartered in Whitehall, PA.  The company relocated from Horsham, PA to the Lehigh Valley in January 2009, occupying and rehabilitating the former vacant Lehigh Valley Dairy Plant near Allentown.  Protica has approximately 60 employees and is privately held.

SOURCE Protica Inc.