@socalgastrodoc: Here’s what you need to know to minimize the risk of explosive diarrhea from Cyclospora as a gastroenterologist: 1. Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that gets into food through trace fecal contamination somewhere along the supply chain — you can't reliably wash it off, and it causes watery diarrhea that can drag on for weeks, sometimes improving and then relapsing. 2. This outbreak is a big one — thousands of cases across roughly 30 states, Michigan hit hardest — and no single food or brand has been named yet, so I'm thinking in categories, not avoiding one product. 3. My rule until it settles: cook it or peel it. Heat is the only reliable kill step, so cooked veg, soups, and curries are all still on my plate, along with fruit I can peel (bonus points if the peel is thick and able to scrub). 4. What I'm skipping raw for now: cilantro, basil, berries, leafy greens, bagged salad mixes and anything with pre-made raw veggies e.g. salsa. None of this is a reason to fear fruit and vegetables — just cook them a little more intentionally for a few weeks until we get more info. Share with your friends and family! #cyclospora #cyclosporiasis #guthealth #foodsafety #publichealth

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