The chemist explained the danger of using dishes with cracks and chips

Bacteria and mold multiply on dishes with chips and cracks. This was announced on Monday, April 7, by Andrey Dorokhov, Associate Professor of the Department of Inorganic Chemistry named after A. N. Reformatsky RTU MIREA.

"When the glaze covering the ceramics is damaged, the porous ceramic material becomes open to interaction with the external environment. Water, moisture and food residues, getting into microcracks and chips, create a favorable environment for the development of microorganisms," he said in an interview with the newspaper.Ru».

Among the bacteria that can live in such lesions, Acinetobacter and Pseudomonas are distinguished. The former can cause infections, while the latter are resistant to antibiotics. In addition, mold often develops in cracks and chips.

"Glassware, unlike ceramic, is less at risk of becoming a breeding ground for bacteria, as glass is not a porous material. However, chips on glassware are just as dangerous, but for a different reason: they can lead to cuts," he added.

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On March 20, Alexandra Pashkova, a dermatologist at the Semeynaya clinic network, noted in a conversation with Izvestia that with the onset of spring, the skin is facing new challenges: temperature fluctuations, increased solar activity, vitamin deficiency. The specialist reported on the importance of hydration this season, as after winter, the skin is often dehydrated due to prolonged exposure to low temperatures and dry indoor air. To maintain the water balance, Pashkova advised using products with hyaluronic acid.