Moldy Supplements Linked to 2 Deaths, 100+ Illnesses in Japan; Mass Recalls Issued

Supplement products from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical contained mold ingredient called "benikoji" and were recalled in Japan after causing 2 deaths and over 100 hospitalizations
Over 40 other food products containing benikoji, like miso paste and vinegar dressing, also recalled
106 people hospitalized so far, with more illnesses believed linked to the mold
First major recall of domestically produced supplement in Japan
Everyone warned to stop ingesting anything with benikoji, especially those with conditions like weak kidneys