You know what’s never given someone explosive diarrhea? Cookies, many people say on social media.
While some may be looking for more reasons to eat cookies, many more are simply hesitating to eat salads and other fresh produce amid a multistate outbreak of cyclospora, known for that unpleasant symptom, among others.
The parasite is, unfortunately, not likely to encourage children around the world to eat more fruits and vegetables, which is even more important since a new BMJ Global Health study, published July 8, found they aren’t eating enough. Researchers analyzed dietary surveys from 185 countries to better understand what children are eating and how those patterns have changed over time. The findings come as health officials are also investigating the outbreak.
In case your concerns about foodborne illness change how you think about fruits and vegetables, I spoke with CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen for her expert advice. Wen is an emergency physician and clinical associate professor at George Washington University. She previously served as Baltimore’s health commissioner and is the mother of two young children.
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