25 October 2021

Asda is recalling Asda Maple Flavour Pork Belly Slices because it contains wheat (gluten) and soya which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and/or an allergy to soya.

Product details

Maple Flavour Pork Belly Slices
Pack size: 400g
Use by: 29 October 2021
Allergens: Gluten (wheat), Soya

Risk statement

Allergen(s): Wheat (gluten) and soya

This product contains wheat (gluten) and soya making it a possible health risk for anyone with coeliac disease and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and/or an allergy to soya.

Action taken by the company

Asda is recalling the above product from customers. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Customer notice: Asda Maple pork belly slices

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product and have coeliac disease and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and/or an allergy to soya, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

Eating gluten by accident

If you have coeliac disease and eat gluten by mistake, you would usually start to have symptoms a few hours after eating it and the symptoms can last from a few hours to several days. The effects vary from person to person and depend on how much gluten you’ve eaten, how sensitive you are and how long you have been on a gluten free diet.

If you make the occasional mistake and eat gluten by accident, it’s unlikely to cause lasting gut damage. It's a learning process and we can support you and help you because we understand what you are going through. Our helpline is staffed with dietitians and food experts who are here to help you with advice and support. Call us on 0333 332 2033.

What to do if you have symptoms

If you have diarrhoea or you are vomiting, it’s important to keep yourself well hydrated by drinking lots of water. Some people find that taking medication to treat constipation, diarrhoea or headaches can ease symptoms, but check with your pharmacist or GP.

The most important thing is to get back onto your gluten free diet to try to prevent further symptoms. If your symptoms are very severe or do not improve, speak to your GP.