CDC investigates multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to ‘Super Greens’ supplement powder

Investigation centers on a recalled supplement powder

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to “Live it Up Super Greens” supplement powder. In a January 14, 2026 outbreak update, the CDC advised consumers who have recalled products to throw them out or return them to the store.

The CDC’s location map for the outbreak reported 45 people associated with the investigation. The agency also warned that outbreaks like this are often larger than initial figures suggest because many people recover without medical care and therefore are not tested for Salmonella, meaning the official count can lag behind the true number of infections.

Why Salmonella outbreaks can be hard to count

Salmonella is a leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States. But public health surveillance typically captures only a portion of cases: people may treat symptoms at home, clinicians may not order tests, and lab confirmation takes time. Those factors can delay recognition of a common source and make early case totals look deceptively small.

In supplement-linked outbreaks, the challenge can be even sharper because powders may be used intermittently, mixed into smoothies, or shared within households. That makes it harder for patients to remember exposures and for investigators to quickly connect cases unless product history is carefully reconstructed.

What consumers should do

• If you have recalled “Live it Up Super Greens” supplement powder, discard it or return it as instructed by the CDC.
• If you used the product and develop symptoms consistent with Salmonella infection, consider contacting a healthcare provider—especially for young children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems.
• Clean and sanitize containers, scoops, blenders, and surfaces that may have contacted the powder to reduce cross-contamination.

Why this matters beyond one brand

This investigation is also a reminder that “health” products can still carry microbial risks, particularly when they are consumed without a cooking step that would reduce contamination. Powdered products can be difficult to decontaminate after manufacturing, and contamination can persist across batches if not detected quickly.

As the investigation continues, the number of reported cases and the list of affected states may change. For now, the CDC’s guidance is focused on rapid risk reduction: remove recalled product from homes, prevent cross-contamination in kitchens, and encourage people with symptoms to seek medical advice when appropriate.