1402 ET - Outbreaks of the foodborne parasite Cyclospora are weighing on traffic at restaurant chains across the country, especially those with lettuce-heavy menus, according to a report from Placer.ai. Salad chains like Chopt and Sweetgreen are bearing the brunt of the declines, with foot traffic down 7.1% and 3.1%, respectively, on July 11 compared to the day of week average, the report says, pointing to the outbreak's link to contaminated lettuce and other greens. Other chains like Taco Bell and Panera Bread are also feeling pressure, the report says. (kelly.cloonan@wsj.com)

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