Household Hygiene: As clean and hygienic as the kitchen of the house appears, it is actually not so. A study by Istanbul’s Gelism University states that 9% of diseases are caused by bacteria growing only in the kitchen. Nowadays, there is a lot of discussion on the internet that the most used chopping or cutting board in the kitchen is the home of infection. The chopping board used to cut vegetables and meat is dirtier than the toilet seat. How much truth is there in this, let us know from the experts…
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Are chopping boards dirtier than toilet seats?
Many dietitians say that chopping boards can contain harmful bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella, especially when they come in contact with raw meat and vegetables. However, comparing it to a toilet seat may be a bit extreme, as chopping boards, especially wooden ones, can be hotspots for bacteria growth if not cleaned properly. There are more chances of bacteria entering and growing in small places and cracks of wood, hence it should be cleaned properly.
how many bacteria on a chopping board
Microbiologists believe that cutting boards may contain much more dirty bacteria than toilet seats. This is because chopping boards often come in contact with raw meat, and bacteria can become trapped in the surface of the board.
Although toilet seats are cleaned regularly, bacteria keep getting eliminated from them. Whereas even regular cleaning of cutting boards cannot remove bacteria completely, due to which they are considered more dangerous. However, experts do not agree that the chopping board contains as many bacteria as the toilet seat, but they say that it does not contain less bacteria.
How to clean a chopping board properly
To reduce bacterial infection, proper cleaning of the chopping board is important. It should be washed with hot water and soap immediately after using it. If it is used for cutting raw meat, then cleaning should be done with white vinegar or lemon juice. Sometimes this board can be cleaned with bleach. After this keep it in air and sunlight to dry. Chopping boards should always be kept in a dry place, because bacteria thrive in moisture.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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