1. Diane--

Just a consumer-oriented comment . . . one that certainly doesn't detract from the benefits of fiber. I recently saw a TV segment about "baby carrots." Carrots are indeed high in fiber; but consumers are paying premium prices for what is perceived to be a "premium" product--pre-washed, conveniently packaged BABY CARROTS. The reality is that "baby carrots" are formed from the detritus that otherwise would be un-sellable, or recycled as animal fodder. Misshapen, oversized, severely-blemished "adult" carrots are salvaged from the refuse bins, committed to a shaping-machine that whittles away the undesirable parts and magically produces "baby" carrots.

I'm sure these "baby" carrots are high in fiber, and certainly a better snack-food choice that many other things. But doesn't it gall you that the perception exists that convinces us to pay premium prices for salvaged, non-premium goods!

Posted at 10:14AM on Sep 1st 2007 by Melody

2. There has been a "RECALL" of Baby Carrots because of SALMONELLA. This RECALL was for Baby Carrots at a Trader Joes Store and others.
More info can be gotten on the Web.

Posted at 7:42PM on Sep 2nd 2007 by BetterCell

3. I would like to add more information and a correction about the baby carrots recall.
The source of the contamination was SHIGELLA rather than SALMONELLA, just as bad and toxic. Here then is the story in detail:
Baby Carrots Recalled

Food Poisoning Possible From 'Genuine Sweet Baby Carrots'

By Daniel J. DeNoon
WebMD Medical News

Reviewed By Louise Chang, MD

Aug. 23, 2007 -- Bags of baby carrots sold by King Sooper, Ralphs, Publix, and Trader Joe's have been recalled because of possible Shigella contamination.

The recalled products are:

7-ounce and 8-ounce bags of baby carrots labeled "Los Angeles Salad Genuine Sweet Baby Carrots" with a sell-by date of Aug. 16, 2007, or earlier.
7-ounce bags of baby carrots labeled "Trader Joe's Genuine Sweet Baby Carrots" with a sell-by date of Aug. 8, 2007, or earlier.
The carrots were sold in several states:

In Colorado by Kroger Co. King Sooper
In California by Kroger Co. Ralphs
In Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, South Carolina, and Florida by Publix
In Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington by Trader Joe's
Shigella are bacteria that cause diarrhea (which may be bloody), fever, nausea, and vomiting. Illness usually lasts from four days to two weeks. The infection may be severe in very young people, very old people, or people with compromised immune systems.

Infection can be passed from person to person.

There have been four cases of food poisoning associated with the carrots, all in Canada. All four patients recovered.

The voluntary recall is a precautionary measure undertaken by the Los Angeles Salad Co., of City of Industry, Calif.

Consumers who have purchased the products may return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Those with questions may contact Los Angeles Salads at (626) 322-9017.

SOURCES: FDA news release, Aug. 23, 2007.

Posted at 10:27AM on Sep 3rd 2007 by BetterCell

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Posted at 6:13PM on Sep 4th 2007 by pbpmom3

5. There are a tons more options of fibrous veggies when it comes to tackling diabetes. I have been living a fun filled life with great health.

Posted at 12:24PM on Sep 7th 2007 by Melissa

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Posted at 12:30PM on Sep 7th 2007 by Melissa