A fast-growing cyclosporiasis outbreak has put lettuce, salad greens and select Taco Bell ingredients under scrutiny as thousands of Americans report a parasite-linked illness known for causing severe watery diarrhoea.
Taco Bell has become part of the widening investigation after signs at some Michigan restaurants said the chain was temporarily unable to sell lettuce, cilantro onion, pico de gallo and guacamole because of a nationwide recall. However, public health officials have not confirmed a link to Taco Bell, any specific restaurant, ingredient, supplier or retailer.