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Has explosive diarrhea killed salad?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 7 min read
By Zoe Sottile, Leah Asmelash, CNN
(CNN) — With growing cases of explosive diarrhea around the country, restaurants have had to make some changes.
Street Beet, a vegan restaurant in Detroit, has been stripping the first layer of lettuce heads and double washing them. Around a quarter of guest...
Key takeaway Overall, sales were down $3,000 in the past week compared to the same period in previous years.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The outbreak of cyclospora and its link to fresh produce has significant implications for El Paso 's restaurant scene, where salads and fresh ingredients are staples. Local eateries may need to follow Street Beet's lead and implement extra precautions, such as double washing lettuce, to reassure customers and mitigate potential losses. The $3,000 drop in sales experienced by Street Beet could be a harbinger of things to come for El Paso restaurants, which could struggle to maintain sales if customers become wary of fresh produce. Furthermore, the shift towards frozen or canned alternatives could impact local farmers and suppliers who rely on the summer season to sell their fresh produce. As the outbreak continues, El Paso's health and agriculture departments will be crucial in providing guidance and support to local businesses and residents to navigate this crisis and prevent further economic and health impacts.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? By Zoe Sottile, Leah Asmelash, CNN
(CNN) — With growing cases of explosive diarrhea around the country, restaurants have had to make some changes.
Street Beet, a vegan restaurant in Detroit, has been stripping the first layer of lettuce heads and double washing them. Around a quarter of guest...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 15, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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