Appletiser drinks recalled

The National Consumer Commission has requested consumers to return certain Appletiser products immediately amid a recall by Coca-Cola.

This week the beverage company recalled more than 37 300 cases of the sparking apple drink from shelves due to fears of contamination.

The commission also asked consumers to verify the best before dates on their products.

The products in question are from six batches with the following description: 

Appletiser 1250ml pet – best before 07 Nov 21

Appletiser 750ml non-returnable glass – best before 30 May 22 

Appletiser 275ml non-returnable glass – best before 10 Jun 22

Appletiser slend 330ml can – best before 18 May 22

Appletiser slend 330ml can – best before 19 May 22

Appletiser slend 330ml can – best before 23 May 22 

Meanwhile a clinical dietician Tabitha Hume joined us to tell us about the dangers of consuming potentially tainted or contaminated food products.