A precautionary recall of infant formula products in Europe has sent Korean parenting communities into a frenzy, with online mom cafes and forums buzzing over fears that some popular imported brands may pose health risks to babies. While the recall affects several European manufacturers, much of the anxiety in Korea has centered on Aptamil — a premium brand widely dubbed the “Gangnam formula” for its association with wealthy families and high-end parenting choices. The recall involves certain batches of infant formula manufactured in Europe that may contain trace amounts of cereulide, a toxin produced by the foodborne bacterium Bacillus cereus. The toxin can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea and is known to withstand heat during food processing. France-based food giant Danone said on Jan. 23 that it initiated a precautionary recall in Europe of some batches of “Aptamil First Infant Formula 800g” after a supplier flagged potential contamination. According to the UK Food Standards Agency, the affected products were sold in several European countries, primarily
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