Taco Bell reports drop in foot traffic amid cyclosporiasis outbreak, probe continues into source
Summary
Taco Bell has reported fewer customers visiting its stores because of concerns about an illness outbreak linked to lettuce. The FDA is investigating the source of the illness, focusing on shredded iceberg lettuce from farms in central Mexico.Key Facts
- There is an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a parasite.
- The FDA is investigating the cause of the outbreak.
- The investigation is focusing on shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico.
- Taco Bell uses shredded lettuce in some of its menu items.
- As a result of the outbreak, fewer people are visiting Taco Bell restaurants.
- The drop in customers is linked to people avoiding raw produce during the outbreak.
- The investigation is ongoing and has not yet confirmed the final source.
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