Why Not Natural Organic Moringa Capsules Recalled

A third invisible outbreak of moringa root powder

Why Not Natural Organic Moringa Capsules Recalled Over Possible Salmonella Contamination

Editor’s Note: This January 28 recall was the third recent moringa-root product recall, following the Sam’s Super Greens recall in November and the Live it Up Super Greens recall on January 15.

Why Not Natural (Houston, Texas) has issued a voluntary recall of its Why Not Natural Organic Moringa – Green Superfood capsules due to potential contamination with Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious illness, particularly in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience symptoms such as fever, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, Salmonella infection can spread into the bloodstream and lead to severe complications.

Product involved

The recall applies to:

  • Why Not Natural Organic Moringa – Green Superfood
  • 120-capsule bottle
  • Lot #: A25G051 (printed on the bottom)
  • Expiration date: 07/2028 (stamped on the bottom)

Where and when it was sold

According to the company, the moringa capsules were distributed nationwide through mail orders on Why Not Natural’s e-commerce site and third-party online retailers, including Amazon.com.

Affected product was distributed from July 2025 through January 2026.

Why the recall was initiated

The company stated that the potential contamination was identified by the FDA as part of an ongoing outbreak investigation involving Salmonella in other products containing moringa powder.

Production and distribution of the product have been suspended while the FDA and Why Not Natural continue investigating the source of the contamination.

What consumers should do

Consumers who purchased the product are urged to stop using it immediately and return it to the company (if desired).

Consumers may contact Why Not Natural for a full refund or questions at: care@whynotnatural.com.

Read the FDA recall notice here.