Lidl is recalling a type of oregano over fears it ‘could cause liver disease’
LIDL has pulled a type of oregano from its shelves after a batch containing high levels of a toxic substance was discovered.
The bargain supermarket is recalling its Kania Oregano spice due to the possible presence of high levels of pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PA) are natural constituents often found in plants - but prolonged exposure to the substance in food can lead to liver disease.
The affected product, sold in two of Lidl's regions, is the 7.5g Kania Oregano with best before date 06/2022 and batch code 9163BE.
Shoppers who have bought the food item are being urged to return it immediately to their nearest store for a full refund.
You don't need to bring the receipt with you in order to get your money back.
A Lidl spokesperson told the Sun Online: "As a precaution, Lidl GB has taken immediate action and removed the affected product from sale."
"This recall does not affect any other products sold by Lidl GB or produced by Kania."
In 2017, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) warned that being exposed to pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food - especially for people who drink a lot of tea and herbal infusions - could be a health concern due to their potential to cause cancer.
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