#kitchen-hygiene

#kitchen-hygiene

Refrigerator drawers are always working, collecting sticky, pigmented leaks from berry cartons, questionable runoff from thawing shrimp, condensation from humidity settings, and cursed bags of forgotten greens breaking down into a fetid bisque. As the busiest, dampest quadrant of the fridge, they deserve more tending-to than a twice-a-year swipe. But how often should you clean your refrigerator, drawers included? A seasonal deep clean is a good routine to get into.

When your sponge becomes so dirty and full of bacteria that it's potentially dangerous, consider repurposing it by cutting off a corner. This helps you distinguish an everyday utility sponge from one used for dishes. Store your clipped sponges away from the kitchen sink, separate from the sponge you use to wash dishes. That way you won't be tempted to grab it by accident, nor will anyone else.

According to a study by the University of Mauritius, 49% of month-old towels showed bacterial growth, including Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli.

Cleaning experts emphasize that faucet bases are often overlooked yet are breeding grounds for mold, grime, and biofilm. Regular cleaning can prevent this buildup.