Blog — fresh cut produce

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...

Love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got you, your bae, and your HEART – covered! According to surveys, Americans spent a whopping 41% on a special celebration or dinner at home in 2021. While eating out is fun, cooking in can be so much more romantic and healthier. Find my Healthy Home Hacks podcast episode #53 on www.RonandLisa.com/Podcast Our guest, Chef Mareya Ibrahim, “The Fit Foodie,” is a nationally recognized food safety and clean eating expert, a television chef, lifestyle nutrition expert, author of Eat Like You Give A Fork: The Real Dish on Eating to Thrive, and founder of...