Germs lurk everywhere and sometimes the least expected parts of our house may be the dirtiest of them all.
09 Nov, 2023
Kitchen sponges are used to clean utensils but they themselves may be harboring germs. A study from the Journal of Applied Microbiology says this is because they are always damp.
Source: ThehealthsiteA study published in the Journal American Society for Microbiology, revealed that kitchen towels can contain bacterial growth because they are used in everything like wiping hands, wiping plates, cleaning tiles, etc.
Source: ThehealthsiteJournal of Food Protection claims kitchen sink may contain Fecal coliforms and E. Coli.
Source: ThehealthsiteResearches claimed to find Klebsiella michiganensis, yeast and mold in both toothbrush stand and toothbrushes.
Source: ThehealthsiteExperts found E. coli and Salmonella in bathroom faucets which are potentially caused by fecal contamination.
Source: ThehealthsiteThe bacteria salmonella can congregate under the toilet's rim and remain there for up to 50 days.
Source: ThehealthsiteThe kitchen slab also may contain bacteria because it comes in contact with the kitchen cloth and other utilities. It is also exposed to cockroaches and flies. It must be disinfected regularly.
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