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California food-manufacturer Caldwell Fresh Foods is recalling its alfalfa sprouts because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, NewsOXY.com reported.

The company is recalling all sprouts manufactured under the Caldwell Fresh Foods, Nature's Choice and California Exotics brands after an outbreak of Salmonella Newport sickened more than 20 people in 10 states, including 11 people in California.

The last known case was on May 21, 2010. No deaths have been reported but 4 people have been hospitalized in the outbreak. Symptoms of Salmonella Newport include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

"Consumers who are experiencing illness after consuming our sprouts should seek medical attention. Consumers that have purchased alfalfa sprouts manufactured by Caldwell Fresh Foods are urged to return them to the place of purchase for refund or dispose of them," the company said in a statement.

Several brands of alfalfa sprouts are on recall in western U.S. states over fear of salmonella contamination. Salad Cosmo USA Corporation recalled shipments of sprouts from Save Mart Supermarkets and Lucky Stores across California and Washington Saturday. A day later, Trader Joe's recalled tubs of Nature's Choice Alfalfa Sprouts in their California, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Washington stores. The recall only applies to the TJ's sprouts with a "Sell By" date of March 9 or earlier.

Apparently no illnesses have been reported but still better safe than sorry. If you can't find good sprouts try some finely chopped green peppers or a little watercress in your sandwich instead.

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