Worried about the parasite outbreak? A GI doctor recommends these 4 fiber-rich produce swaps
A gastroenterologist recommends swapping high-risk produce like lettuce and berries for fruits with thick peels to avoid a widespread cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak. Health officials are still investigating the source of the contamination, which has affected over 1,000 people across 34 states.
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Public health outbreaks linked to common food items create significant consumer anxiety and require clear, expert-led dietary guidance.
Buying fruits and vegetables with a thick peel can help prevent exposure to the parasites currently causing an outbreak of digestive issues. Oscar Wong/Getty Images A parasite that causes diarrhea is spreading across 34 states, sickening more than 1,000 people. Health experts say the culprit is likely produce such as lettuce or berries, and washing doesn't help. A doctor said she's stocking up on safer sources of fiber and nutrients like kiwis and avocados. If you want to avoid explosive, parasite-induced diarrhea , you may want to hold off on summer salads and berry bowls for the foreseeable future. A majority of US states have been hit by an outbreak of cyclosporiasis , an infection caused by a parasite that spreads to humans through contaminated food or water.
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