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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-3409-2017/FDA enforcement
Grandma's Herbs·Dietary Supplements·Jul 20, 2017

"Because They Work" Grandma's Herbs Cholesterol Support, Dietary Supplement, 100 Capsules 480…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Grandmas Herbs Cholesterol has undeclared soy lecithin.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure.

Recall closed · classified by the FDANationwide (US)More supplements

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameGrandma's Herbs
Recalling firmGrandma's HerbsSaint George, UT, United States
UPC / barcodes
71493800046
Lot / date codes
  • Lot 13112
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide. No foreign/military/govt accounts.

United States

Quantity affected841 Bottles
Recall initiationFDA report date: August 30, 2017
FDA recall numberF-3409-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Grandma's Herbs initiated this supplements recall on July 20, 2017. The FDA enforcement report states: Grandmas Herbs Cholesterol has undeclared soy lecithin. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide. No foreign/military/govt accounts.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Grandmas Herbs Cholesterol has undeclared soy lecithin.

"Because They Work" Grandma's Herbs Cholesterol Support, Dietary Supplement, 100 Capsules 480… was made or distributed by Grandma's Herbs in Saint George, UT, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-3409-2017, dated August 30, 2017.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared soy

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a soy allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed soy allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a soy allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the "Because They Work" Grandma's Herbs Cholesterol Support, Dietary Supplement, 100 Capsules 480… recall?

Grandma's Herbs recalled "Because They Work" Grandma's Herbs Cholesterol Support, Dietary Supplement, 100 Capsules 480… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-3409-2017. Grandmas Herbs Cholesterol has undeclared soy lecithin.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure. Do not eat the product if you have a soy allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Grandma's Herbs recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-3409-2017. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.