The FDA advises on its website that metal fragments can inadvertently enter food products during manufacturing, often from equipment wear and tear. The FDA's guidance on Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food emphasizes the importance of identifying and controlling such physical hazards to ensure food safety.

In a season full of food recalls, consumers are once again encouraged to evaluate their snack choices. Why is that? Granola bars from MadeGood, sold in stores across the United States, Canada and some international markets,