January 08 2008 Outbreak of Diarrhea Suspected to be Caused by Lectin, China
- Organism:
- Toxin
- Vehicle:
- Grains, Beans, Kidney Beans
More than 300 Chinese workers became ill in Shenzhen after eating at the factory canteen. They all ate chinese cabbage and kidney beans for lunch. Undercooked kidney beans contain a toxin, called lectin, which could cause diarrhea if the beans are …Read More »