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The 2026 Cyclospora outbreak, linked to recalled iceberg lettuce and confirmed in over 10,000 Americans, has put a little-known parasite into the national spotlight. Cyclospora cayetanensis infects the small intestine and causes weeks of watery diarrhea, cramping, fatigue, and weight loss that can relapse even after partial recovery. It requires a specific prescription antibiotic to clear, will not show up on a standard stool test without a specific request, and leaves the gut depleted long after the infection is technically resolved. This blog covers how to recognize it, how to get the right diagnosis, how to treat it, and what recovery actually requires, including what the gut and nervous system need in the weeks that follow.

If you have ever started a new supplement for migraine support and noticed bloating, nausea, or digestive discomfort shortly after, the problem is likely not the active ingredient, it is everything else in the formula. This blog covers the specific ingredients to watch for on labels and what clean formulation actually looks like.

We don’t usually think of food as addictive, but research shows certain foods like sugar, bread, and even milk can trigger brain responses similar to drugs. This blog explores how cravings shape our choices, why some foods are hard to resist, and how awareness and intention can help us take back control.