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Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut
01-17-03

Elan Nutrition LLC issues allergy alert on undeclared peanut in Ultimate Lo
Carb Bar - Chocolate Brownie Nut flavor manufactured for BIOCHEM


Elan Nutrition LLC of Grand Rapids, MI is recalling its 60 gram nutrition
bars sold under the name of Ultimate Lo Carb Bar - Chocolate Brownie Nut
flavor, because they may contain peanuts. People who have allergies to
peanuts run
the risk of allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled product is distributed throughout the United States.

The product comes in a 60 gram size packaged in a flexible metallized film
with the following code dates:
APR1803S1
APR1803S6
APR1803W6
APR1803W1
APR1803H7
APR1803N6
APR1903S7
APR1903N7
APR1903W7

One allergic reaction was reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the peanut containing
product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of
peanut.

Consumers who have purchased the product are urged to return them to the
place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact
the company at:

Elan Nutrition LLC
4440 44th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
616-940-6000