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EPISODE OVERVIEW On this episode we explore the world of coatings on fresh produce. Unravel the mysteries behind companies like Apeel, their patents, and safety concerns. Discover the importance of understanding wax coatings on fruits, the debate over keeping peels for nutrition, and the truth about Apeel's ingredients and funding. We delve into various coating types, safety concerns, and how we can make healthy food choices. Let’s dive in!     “It's crucial to inform consumers about the presence of wax on their produce. Being aware empowers us to make informed decisions about our food choices’’ -Chef Mareya “Even organic...

Why buy local? Many often ask this question. Especially in an era where with the click of an app, whatever you desire can be delivered directly to your front door in mere hours. But when we choose to buy local products, we contribute directly to the growth and development of our community. And if that isn’t a big enough reason to shop local– here are a few more: Fresh tastes better For starters, local food tastes better because it is fresh. Think of the times that you’ve enjoyed an ear of sweet corn from a nearby farm–or how sweet and...

This is HOW TO ACTUALLY WASH YOUR BERRIES to remove pesticides and actually remove the 💩 and keep them fresh up to 21 days!! We have the DATA!!Here’s the true, lab proven way to wash your berries and remove over 99.9% of the residue that can make you sick including pesticides, agricultural chemicals, and filth.To make the washing easier we love using this Collapsible Produce Washing Bin. Simply fill it up and use 1 tablespoon of our Food Grade Wash Powder to wash all these berries, and it only takes one minute. You’ve got one minute and this @eatcleaner bag will last you...

Every year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases its list of the most pesticide-laden produce items calls the Dirty Dozen. And every year, it creates a media tidal wave of coverage. It shows up everywhere, and seemingly sets off a storm of fear in the hearts of every fruit and veggie lover, banishing the thought of ever eating a non-organic plant. They even suggest washing with just water.  The question begs, is there really nothing we can do about these harmful pesticides more effective than just rinsing with water – which is highly ineffective with hydrophobic fruits and veggies? Thankfully,...