Lindsay crudele is a james beard award-winning writer based in Boston.

Boston Globe: As cyclospora fears grow, consumers and experts look at whether local produce is safer

Boston Globe: As cyclospora fears grow, consumers and experts look at whether local produce is safer

As cyclospora fears grow, consumers and experts look at whether local produce is safer

For health-minded grocery shoppers, the farmers market holds appeal. But lately, an uptick of cyclospora — a parasite found on fresh produce that can cause a chronic symptom notoriously referred to as “explosive diarrhea” — may be one more reason to shop local.

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Boston Globe: Reservation platforms are vying for Boston restaurants’ business. The real prize could be your data.

Boston Globe: Reservation platforms are vying for Boston restaurants’ business. The real prize could be your data.

Boston Globe: Dating back to 1776, the Potter Mansion survived 250 years. Its clock is still keeping time.

Boston Globe: Dating back to 1776, the Potter Mansion survived 250 years. Its clock is still keeping time.