Organic walnuts E. Coli alert: 7 hospitalized by recalled bulk nuts that may have been sold in over 300 stores

The CDC is advising consumers not to eat bulk nuts produced by Gibson Farms after 12 people became ill and two developed serious kidney conditions.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have issued warnings about organic bulk walnuts that may be contaminated with E. Coli. The walnuts were distributed to stores in at least 19 states and have so far hospitalized seven people, two of whom have developed serious kidney conditions. Here’s what you need to know.