5 of the dirtiest places in the kitchen, you need to keep clean

At any kitchen enough bacteria, but some places are especially dirty in it. Find out where the kitchen accumulates most bacteria and how to effectively get rid of them.

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1. Sponge for washing dishes

In 2011, (NSF) National Science Foundation conducted a studyGermiest Items in the Home. and revealed what the most seats in the house are contaminated with bacteria.

Microbiologists Foundation found that 75% of kitchen sponges and rags to wipe the table were contaminated with salmonella and E. coli.

why is polluted

Leftover food, warmth and moisture very quickly turn sponges and rags into a hotbed of bacteria.

How to protect yourself from bacteria

• Replace the sponge for washing dishes once every two weeks.
• Replace the cloth on paper towels.
• Every few days disinfect sponges and cloths in the microwave. To do this, carefully wash them and put them in the microwave. If you doubt whether the sponge plastic, put it on a paper towel. If heat from the plastic will flow, the towel will not give him a dirty microwave. Warm sponge or cloth at high power for two minutes. This method eliminates the dangerous bacteria and bad smell.
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2. Kitchen sink

In the same study, it was found that 45% of all tested sinks infected with the bacteria E. coli.

why is polluted

The kitchen sink get food debris, which creates a perfect environment for bacterial growth. If you wash the fruit and drop it in the sink, the bacteria can enter the body and cause indigestion.

How to protect yourself from bacteria

• Every day clean the sink with a special tool or bleach.
• Do not forget to clean the edge of the sink and the countertop around it: there's often accumulate mold and dirt.
• Do not defrost meat in the sink, do not throw it in the peeled fruits and vegetables.

3. Boxes for storage of fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator

In 2013, the National Science Foundation conducted another study2013 NSF International Household Germ Study. During which it was discovered that the boxes for fruit and vegetables in the refrigerator components are present mold and yeast, bacteria, listeria and salmonella.

why are polluted

Few people buy as much vegetables as you are going to use for cooking. The remaining vegetables and fruits forgotten, spoiled and moldy.

Forgotten residues can contaminate fresh fruits and vegetables that you eat. While it is impossible to visually determine whether vegetable or fruit impressed. The fact that he is not green and not fluffy, does not mean that there is no dispute mold or dangerous bacteria.

How to protect yourself from bacteria

• Do not buy a lot of vegetables and fruits and keep them separate from the meat.
• During cleaning of the refrigerator, remove the boxes for vegetables and fruits, wash them with a solution of water and a mild detergent, then carefully wipe with a clean towel.
• If you want to disinfect the box against possible bacteria, use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. StudyAntibacterial action of vinegar against food-borne pathogenic bacteria including Escherichia coli O157: H7. 1998 proved that a mixture of vinegar and baking soda stop the growth of the bacteria Escherichia coli.

4. blender

In the study, the National Science Foundation in 2013, it was found that pads blenders have salmonella, E. coli, mold and yeast.

why is polluted

Few thoroughly cleans all parts of the blender, so food particles remain on the strip. In addition, the blender is often stored in a kitchen drawer - a dark place with no fresh air, which makes it even more attractive for Listeria and E. coli.

How to protect yourself from bacteria

• Clean all parts of the blender with soap and water after each use.
• For disinfection, you can use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar.
• After cleaning wipe each part of the device with a paper towel. Before assembling the blender assembly should be completely dry.

5. Cutting board

In the same study in 2013, it was found that 18% of kitchen boards contaminated with salmonella and E. coli.

why is polluted

The microcrack and crack board left from knife, Clogged with food particles, creating a favorable environment for bacterial growth.

How to protect yourself from bacteria

• After each use, rinse the board with a dish detergent.
• Once a week, disinfect the board: wipe it with vinegar and leave overnight.
• Get two cutting boards. One - for meat and fish, the second - for the rest.
• Choose a board from materials that do not remain scratches from the knife: made of bamboo planks and rubber tree, as well as hardwood.

If you have your advice on how to keep clean the dirtiest place in the kitchen, share in the comments.