Tag: Monkshood plant

Spice Linked to Food Poisoning Investigation in Ontario

A recall has been issued for Mr. Right brand Kaempferia Galanga Powder due to aconitine contamination. The aconitine toxin comes from the roots of the poisonous Monkshood plant, which is also known as Wolfsbane, or Keampfeira. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the recalled product, which is a common spice in Asian cuisine and is…


Spice Linked to Food Poisoning Investigation in Ontario Recalled Across Canada

The spice implicated in the food poisoning of 12 diners at a Markham, Ont., restaurant has been recalled across Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said a recall had been issued for Mr. Right brand Keampferia Galanga Powder due to aconitine contamination. The aconitine toxin comes from the roots of the poisonous Monkshood plant, which…