FDA: Parasites In DEL MONTE Veggies Causing 'Explosive' Diarrhea...

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Over 200 people have now been infected by an outbreak of parasites linked to recalled vegetable trays from Del Monte.

According to the CDC, 212 cases of cyclosporiasis – an intestinal infection caused by the cyclospora parasite – were reported as of July 5. The condition has been linked to “6 oz., 12 oz., and 28 oz. vegetable trays containing fresh broccoli, cauliflower, celery sticks, carrots, and dill dip,” which were recalled by Del Monte Fresh Produce on June 15.

More than 200 hit by parasite from Del Monte vegetables; symptoms can include 'explosive' bowel movement


The CDC added that the products were sold in clear, plastic containers at several store across the Midwest. “The recalled products were distributed to: Kwik Trip, Kwik Star, Demond’s, Sentry, Potash, Meehan’s, Country Market, Food Max Supermarket and Peapod in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin,” according to the FDA recall.