š„¬ Before you toss your salad (literally), here's what you need to know.
As cyclospora cases climb across 9 states, experts say there's no need to cut all fruits and veggies from your plate. The real risk is tied to specific products under investigation, not produce as a whole.
Registered dietitian Monique Richard says fear around outbreaks tends to make people overcorrect, cutting out way more than necessary. Her advice: "don't let one contaminated product keep you from eating an entire food group. Stay on top of recalls, skip the specific items flagged by health officials, and keep eating a variety of produce."
š Click the link in bio for the specific products linked to the outbreak, plus the exact steps experts recommend for properly washing your produce.
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Article Medically Reviewed By: Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D.
Article Review Date: 7/27/2026
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