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In case you haven't heard, the FDA is warning of a salmonella outbreak linked to certain kinds of raw tomatoes and raw-tomato products (such as salsa, pico de gallo, gazpacho, salads and garnishes). Salmonella from raw tomatoes has been reported in 17 states so far. As a precaution, many grocery chains and restaurants are taking tomatoes off the menu until the exact source is found.

According to the FDA, we should avoid Roma tomatoes, plum tomatoes, and round red tomatoes from affected states. The following kinds of tomatoes are deemed safe: homegrown tomatoes, tomatoes on the vine, grape and cherry tomatoes.

Symptoms of Salmonella include stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting, which can appear 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated foods.

For updates and more details about which states are affected, check the FDA's website here.

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