Roskachestvo warned about the accumulation of bacteria in the kitchen

Roskachestvo expert Ekaterina Khripko said that cutting boards and the handle of the refrigerator are one of the most dangerous places in the kitchen, as they accumulate a lot of harmful bacteria.

In an interview with Radio 1 on Thursday, June 26, the specialist noted that meat and fish cutting boards are dangerous. In addition, you should wash the drainage holes in the sink more often, as leftovers accumulate in them.

"It is also worth paying attention to surfaces such as the refrigerator handle and other places that, as a rule, are not washed, but they are constantly touched and then food can be taken," the specialist explained.

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In April, Maria Zolotareva, a senior lecturer at the Department of Biotechnology and Industrial Pharmacy at RTU MIREA, in an interview with Gazeta.Ru" warned that dish sponges need to be changed every week. It is also recommended to regularly wipe faucets and door handles with antibacterial agents. 360.ru .

At the same time, expert Irina Lyalina warned about the dangers of dirty bed linen. According to her, bed linen must be washed once every 7-10 days, and bedspreads and blankets — once every 1-3 months. She explained that during sleep, a person loses skin cells, sweat and fat, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and dust mites.

Earlier, nutritionist Zhanna Sadovskaya spoke about the methods of salmonellosis prevention. You can get infected through food, water, contact with people, animals, or surfaces. The bacterium is often found in eggs, meat, and dairy products. Hygiene and careful heat treatment of food will help protect yourself, writes RT.