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According to the CDC, approximately 1 in every 1,000 people who contract a Campylobacter infection will develop Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), a rare but serious autoimmune disorder. While GBS is not directly caused by food, certain foodborne bacterial infections, most notably *Campylobacter jejuni*, can trigger the immune system to mistakenly attack the body's peripheral nerves. Understanding what food causes GBS indirectly is crucial for prevention.

According to the World Health Organization, *Campylobacter* is one of the four key global causes of diarrheal diseases and is considered the most common bacterial cause of human gastroenteritis worldwide. This bacteria is most frequently transmitted through food and water, with several foods being particularly high-risk contributors to infection. Understanding what foods are most likely to cause *Campylobacter* can help you take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family.