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Dish sponges are essential parts of our kitchen, used daily to clean utensils, plates, glasses and worktops. However, due to their constant contact with food and surfaces, sponges are a formidable breeding ground for germs. In this article we will reveal how often you should replace the sponge and why it is essential to maintain proper hygiene.
How often should you replace the sponge?
When it becomes difficult to remember the last time you changed the sponge for the dishes, it’s time to act! In fact, yes, it may seem excessive, but it is necessary to keep the kitchen environment clean and prevent the growth of bacteria.
Why do germs accumulate in sponges for dishes?
provide an ideal environment for germ proliferation. Their porous structure and the presence of food residues provide a surface area conducive to bacterial growth.
conducted by Furtwangen University, Justus Liebig University in Giessen and the Helmholtz Centre in Munich revealed the presence of as many as 362 different types of bacteria in kitchen sponges. Some levels of bacterial density were comparable to those found in faecal samples, highlighting the need for regular sponge replacement.
Risks related to bacteria present in dish sponges
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