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Years Pauses Fresh Meals After 57 Dry-Eye Complaints

8/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Years recalled all Fresh Meals except the Chef’s Collection after identifying buckwheat, added in 2026, as a possible contributor.
The company reported 57 suspected dry-eye cases among roughly 40,000 customers, about 0.1%.
By August 18, 192 customers reported potential eye problems, though diagnoses remain unverified.
Years will reformulate recipes with quinoa, pause subscriptions six weeks, collect unused meals free and give full credit.

History

Historical Context

In September 2006 the FDA and California health officials traced an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in fresh spinach to a San Benito County farm, reporting 199 illnesses and three deaths. The incident prompted a nationwide recall of bagged spinach and new “good agricultural practices” for leafy greens. Regulators now cite that precedent as they demand stricter testing after Years 2026 buckwheat recall.

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Story summary

Years recalled all Fresh Meals except the Chef’s Collection after identifying buckwheat, added in 2026, as a possible contributor.
The company reported 57 suspected dry-eye cases among roughly 40,000 customers, about 0.1%.
By August 18, 192 customers reported potential eye problems, though diagnoses remain unverified.
Years will reformulate recipes with quinoa, pause subscriptions six weeks, collect unused meals free and give full credit.

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