08/04/2026
What You Should Know About the Current Cyclospora Outbreak
We're writing to share information about the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak currently affecting multiple U.S. states, so you can understand what it is and how to protect yourself and your family.
What Is Cyclospora?
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic single-celled parasite that causes an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis. It spreads when someone consumes food or water contaminated with the parasite's oocysts. Unlike many gastrointestinal illnesses, cyclosporiasis does not typically spread from person to person — transmission requires ingesting something contaminated, most often fresh produce.
Once ingested, the parasite infects cells lining the small intestine. Symptoms usually begin one to two weeks after exposure (as early as 2 days, as late as 2 weeks or more) and can include:
Frequent, watery diarrhea, sometimes severe
Loss of appetite and unintended weight loss
Abdominal cramping and bloating
Increased gas and nausea
Fatigue
Low-grade fever
How to Reduce Your Risk:
1. Check recall notices.
Avoid iceberg lettuce and prepared salads from Taylor Farms de Mexico. If you have any in your refrigerator, discard or return it rather than eating it.
2. Stay hydrated if you do become symptomatic, and seek urgent care if you experience dizziness on standing or a rapid heart rate, which can signal significant dehydration.
3. Cook when practical. Cooking produce can kill the parasite; raw preparation carries more risk during an active outbreak.
4. Know the symptoms and act early. If you develop persistent watery diarrhea, especially with fatigue or cramping that doesn't resolve within a few days, contact your healthcare provider and ask specifically about Cyclospora testing.
5. Take extra care if you're immunocompromised. People with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe or prolonged infection and should seek care promptly if symptoms develop.
6. Stay hydrated if you do become symptomatic, and seek urgent care if you experience dizziness on standing or a rapid heart rate, which can signal significant dehydration.
7. Be cautious with raw produce, especially leafy greens, during outbreak periods. Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water before eating, even if you plan to peel them.
EXTRA OR ONLY STEP - SOAK OR SRPAY VEGGIES AND FRUITS WITH OZONE WATER
...KILLS BACTERIA/VIRUSES/MOLD/FUNGUS ON CONTACT!
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As always, if you have questions about your symptoms or health history, your doctor is your best resource — this email is meant to inform, not diagnose.
A Note on Gut Health
Outbreaks like this are a reminder of how directly what we eat affects our gut — and how a compromised gut environment can make recovery from an intestinal infection slower and harder. Supporting your gut's baseline resilience is a sound practice year-round, not just during an outbreak.
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Stay well,
The Detox Depot Team
