Three separate, simultaneous FDA and CDC investigations are now linking moringa leaf powder to Salmonella illness in 2026. Together, they span 119 confirmed cases in 36 states in the largest investigation, plus 18 additional cases from the parallel MOGO Moringa investigation, plus a third case cluster linked to Rosabella-brand capsules — totaling well over 130 confirmed infections with dozens of hospitalizations across the country.
Across these three investigations, investigators have found the same pattern: contaminated imported moringa leaf powder reaching multiple finished supplement products through what appears to be a supply-chain-wide contamination problem.
If you or anyone in your household is currently taking a moringa supplement — under any brand name — this article requires your attention right now.
Why This Matters
Moringa leaf powder is sold as a green superfood supplement, appearing in standalone capsules and powders as well as in combination "green superfood" blends. It has grown sharply in popularity over the past several years, marketed for immune support, anti-inflammatory benefits, and energy.
The supplement industry is not required to demonstrate safety to the FDA before selling products. Pathogens can contaminate dried ingredient powders during cultivation, drying, or processing — and those products can reach thousands of households before a case cluster triggers investigation.
Salmonella bacteria survive particularly well in dry, low-moisture environments including powdered supplements. The CDC estimates that for every confirmed Salmonella case in an outbreak, approximately 29 go unreported because people recover without seeking medical care.
The Three Active Investigations
Investigation 1 (Largest, reopened May 2026): CDC and FDA confirmed as of May 27, 2026 that 119 people across 36 states have been sickened by Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport linked to moringa leaf powder. Thirty-two people have been hospitalized. No deaths. The investigation was originally declared over in March 2026, then reopened when 22 new cases emerged.
Investigation 2 (MOGO Moringa, opened May 2026): A separate parallel investigation has linked MOGO-brand Pure Moringa Oleifera capsules to 18 illnesses across 14 states. Some cases in this investigation are linked to an extensively drug-resistant Salmonella strain, according to the Washington State Department of Health.
Investigation 3 (Rosabella, closed but product still in homes): A third investigation, now closed, linked Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC to 10 illnesses across 8 states with 3 hospitalizations. This investigation used Salmonella Newport. The product was recalled in February 2026 but has a long shelf life — it may still be in consumers' homes.
The Full Recall List: Check Every Product
According to FDA's outbreak investigation page and Food Safety News coverage, the following moringa supplement products are recalled or withdrawn from market. Consumers should discard any of these products found in their homes:
Live it Up Super Greens (Superfoods, Inc., New York) All original and wild berry flavors with lots beginning with "A" or stick-pack products with expiration dates from 08/2026 to 01/2028.
Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood Capsules (Art Monkey LLC, Houston, TX) Lot #A25G051, expiration date 07/2028.
TNVitamins Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood Moringa 10,000 mg (Total Nutrition Inc., Deer Park, NY)Multiple lot numbers expanded through June 11, 2026 — see FDA's full recall notice for current list.
Doctor's Pride Complete Green Superfood Ultra Potent Moringa 10,000 mg (Total Nutrition Inc.) Lot 2507199 Exp. 09/2027 and additional lots per FDA's recall notice.
MOGO Pure Moringa Oleifera Capsules (MOGO Moringa LLC, St. Louis, MO) Lots 15525AA Exp. 06/2027 and 00926AA Exp. 01/2028.
Rosabella-brand Moringa Powder Capsules (Ambrosia Brands LLC) Specific lots recalled in February 2026 — product has a long shelf life and may still be present in homes.
These products were all sold nationally through Amazon, eBay, company websites, and in some cases retail supplement stores. The recall may continue to expand.
The Common Supply Chain Link
Food Safety News and FDA investigation documents indicate that FDA's traceback investigation found a common manufacturer link between Live it Up Super Greens and Why Not Natural, suggesting contaminated imported moringa leaf powder moved through a shared supply chain to reach multiple finished products. The FDA is continuing to trace the supply chain to identify all products that may have been affected.
This pattern — multiple independent brands affected by the same contaminated ingredient — means the list of recalled products may not yet be complete.
Symptoms and What to Do
Salmonella illness typically begins 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and includes diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and nausea. Most healthy adults recover in 4 to 7 days without treatment.
Seek medical care promptly if you develop:
- Bloody diarrhea
- Fever above 102°F
- Signs of dehydration
- Diarrhea lasting more than 5 days
- Symptoms while in a high-risk group (under 5, over 65, pregnant, or immunocompromised)
If you take a moringa supplement and develop Salmonella symptoms, tell your physician specifically about the supplement — standard stool cultures detect Salmonella but require a deliberate order to test.
What You Can Do Now
- Check every moringa supplement in your home against the full recall list on the FDA's investigation page .
- Discard any product matching recall criteria immediately. Do not continue to use recalled products even if you feel well.
- Clean any blender cup, shaker, or surface that was used with recalled products using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
- If you have symptoms, contact your physician and mention moringa supplement use specifically.
- Report adverse reactions to the FDA's MedWatch portal at accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/medwatch .
- Monitor the FDA recall list for additional products — the investigation is ongoing and the recall may expand.
The Bottom Line
Three simultaneous Salmonella investigations linked to moringa supplements are active in 2026. The pattern — multiple brands, same contaminated ingredient, multiple investigations at once — points to a supply-chain-wide problem. If you use moringa supplements, check your products against the full recall list right now. Discard anything on the list. The investigation is ongoing, and the recall list may grow.
