Consumer Reports Says Recalled Lettuce Is Past Date as 2 Deaths Fuel Salad Fears
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Updated · WDIV ClickOnDetroit · Aug 19
Consumer Reports Says Recalled Lettuce Is Past Date as 2 Deaths Fuel Salad Fears
3 articles · Updated · WDIV ClickOnDetroit · Aug 19
Summary
Recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the cyclosporiasis outbreak is now past its best-by date and should no longer be in stores or restaurants, Consumer Reports said.
Thousands of people have been sickened and 2 have died in an outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce processed at a Taylor Farms facility in central Mexico, driving some shoppers toward local alternatives.
Consumer Reports said there is no evidence consumers need to avoid lettuce or salad greens broadly, even as the outbreak has heightened concern about salads.
Cold running water can reduce — though not fully remove — the parasite; Consumer Reports also advised handwashing, cleaning cutting boards, scrubbing or peeling firm produce, and cooking produce to at least 158°F when possible.