Lettuce can be contaminated when it’s grown or during processing. And because it’s usually eaten raw, there’s no final “kill step” to eliminate pathogens.

Lettuce can be contaminated when it’s grown or during processing. And because it’s usually eaten raw, there’s no final “kill step” to eliminate pathogens.

A Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce highlights the importance of handling leafy greens safely at home; how can you reduce infection risk, and which common mistakes…