If you’re one of the many people concerned about the current cyclospora outbreak, there are some ways to protect yourself from catching this parasite. It’s also not the only produce outbreak going on, which is why I’m reconsidering how I approach food safety. The greens that many of us normally buy continue to pose contamination risks.

Over the last year and a half, I’ve used my Gardyn Studio, a hydroponic growing system, to grow my own produce in my small New York apartment. I’ve harvested arugula, kale, lettuce, peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, herbs and edible flowers, even throughout the winter – and, more importantly, I’ve had full…

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