Although we are the masters of the house, there are 7,000 invisible bacteria 'roommates' unsolicited in the room. In order to control the 'population density' of the house, it is better to clean the room regularly and scientifically to avoid our 'land'. They were invaded by them. On the business insider website of the United States, according to various opinions, from daily mobile phones to sanitary toilets... we have developed a set of perfect cleaning solutions for everyone, not negotiating cleanliness. ', but we can keep our room clean under the most convenient circumstances.
Kitchen articles
Sponge change once a week
Spongy warm, moist environment is undoubtedly a hotbed of bacterial growth. Heating with a microwave oven or cooking with boiling water will not achieve the disinfection effect. Only 60% of the bacteria will be killed. In contrast, bleached sponges are more effective and we can follow A ratio of 1 to 9 blends household bleach and water into a solution.
Experts suggest that we use the week as a unit to gradually use the sponge downgraded: After the kitchen 'service' tableware bleached one week later, 'demotion' to wipe the table, bleached again after a week, 'send' to the bathroom.
Sink disinfection weekly
The public health organization, the National Science Foundation recommends using disinfectant cleaners or adding a spoonful of bleach in about 3.8 litres of water to make the cleaners around you and the bottom of the sink. Wait for 5 minutes after wiping with a bleach solution. 3. Rinse the sink with clean water and allow it to dry naturally.
Refrigerator thoroughly cleaned every quarter
Regular cleaning of the refrigerator allows it to work more efficiently in a dry, cool, sterile environment, while also preventing frost. The USDA recommends that the refrigerator should be cleaned several times a year. Do not forget that we can easily clean it. Ignore the refrigerator door back coil.
Coffee pot Monthly cleaning
If you are planning to clean your drip coffee maker, consider the NSF's advice: Add 4 cups of undiluted vinegar to the coffee maker's water container, let it stand for 30 minutes, and let the vinegar go through the 'process'. Use a few glasses of water to remove vinegar. In addition, vinegar can also be used to clean French filter presses. Regardless of how you like to drink coffee, you should wash the appliance once a month to keep the coffee fresh.
Daily Articles
Mobile phone, daily vinegar wipe
Today is the era when smart phones never leave their hands. They have visited various places with us and have seen various 'big scenes'. In this way, mobile phones 'co-opted' with E. coli, streptococcus and other 'bad friends'. And it's no surprise that taking home... In the 'who's more dirty' game, the mobile phone can easily beat the toilet. Therefore, New York University Medical School microbiologist and pathologist Philip Tilno suggested that we You should wipe your phone well. You can use a wet tissue or a microfiber cloth. If you expect additional cleansing effects and don't overdo your mobile phone, you can mix water and vinegar in a ratio of 1:1 and rub it with a cloth.
Keyboard wipes every few days
The keyboard is also a good candidate for 'recruitment.' A study in Australia found that bacteria on the work table are on average 400 times larger than toilet seats. Experts suggest that you should wash your hands after using a public computer, especially during the flu season. We can use a cotton swab or a cloth with a disinfectant to wipe the computer and its 'peripheral products'. Remember to turn off and then clean. It's best to unplug the power supply.
Jeans Wash once a week
Some people may have heard of the 'freeze maintenance method' that puts jeans in the refrigerator, but it will not kill any bacteria that lurk in the jeans because our refrigerators are not 'ice'. Although some enthusiasts say that jeans cannot be washed, However, microbiologist Steven Craig Cary suggested that jeans should be thrown into the washing machine after 4 to 6 days. After cleaning, the fibers that cross the loose fabric will become more compact, and at the same time, Can make people around the nose less 'inflicted'.
Room articles
Bed linen once a week
The bed is a good place to nourish life. The skin cells, the lotion on the body, the oil on the skin, and the small bread crumbs that were thrown away during the supper, all create a good environment for bacteria and microbes. Expert advice, for not 'Contamination' should be changed once a week.
Carpet at least once a week
In an interview with NBC, microbiologist Jason Tetro suggested that carpets be vacuumed once a week. If there are pets, they need to be cleaned more frequently.
Door handle Wipe again every other week
A door with bacteria can allow the virus to spread indoors in just a few hours. It can be seen how powerful its 'flowing power' is. At home, keeping the doorknob clean is our daily 'homework'. If you are at home, If you are sick, you need to clean the handle more frequently.
Ground daily cleaning
Sweep the floor, wipe the floor, mop the floor, sweep the dust, sweep the dust, sweep the hair... depending on how busy you are, how many hairs are in the room to arrange for daily cleaning. Microbiologist Tetro recommends that we pay more attention to the kitchen floor The cleanliness, because there is always a variety of food residues.
Bathroom articles
Toilets are cleaned once a week
Our toilets were badly beaten in the 'who was more dirty' game. According to microbiologist Chuck Gilba, there were 50 bacteria in the toilet seat every 6.5 square centimeters. 'This is the gold standard, In terms of bacteria, there are not many things that can be cleaner than toilets. 'Gilba said in an interview with the BBC that the restaurant's menu, car steering wheel, computer keyboard... are all dirtier than toilets. In addition, when we flush the most Close the toilet seat well to prevent any terrible unknowns from splashing into the air.
Walls cleaned once a week
While cleaning the toilet, don't forget to clean the rest of the bathroom every week. Microbiologist Teterot suggested in an interview with NBC that it is best to scrub the sink every week, empty the drain, and clean the bathtub or The wall around the shower.
Shower curtain Cleans once every other week
A 2004 study showed that shower curtains can be a dangerous source of damage to people with compromised immune systems. Experts recommend that shower curtains be placed in washing machines on a regular basis to wash off accumulated soapy dirt on shower curtains. During the washing process, half a glass of soda water is added to the washing solution, half a glass of vinegar is added during the rinsing process, and then the shower curtain is dried naturally.
Towels wash every 3 days
New York University School of Medicine's Philip Tilnot explained that towels used for a long time will smell, and the 'principle' of microorganisms is basically where there is odor, where there are them, so human's 'principle' is to keep the towels clean The same principle applies to the towels in the kitchen. They should be washed separately every few days to prevent E. coli spores from gathering.
Biological articles
Dogs take a shower once a month
Although some of the diligent owners always think of 'beauty' several times for their own baby, according to experts, most dogs do not bathe more than once a week. When cleaning dogs, shampoo for dogs can be used for babies. Shampoo instead.
Face wash twice a day
When it comes to our own bodies, we should not be too harsh on the protective and moisturizing properties of the skin, because they will inevitably be washed away by oil and dirt. Dermatologist Terrence Gini claims that washing his face more than once a day It is not good for the skin to work twice or when washing your face. In addition, some members of the skin's microbiome are the backbone of the fight against diseases and fungi. Washing them out will really outweigh the benefits.
How many hands are not washed
We eat with our hands, shake hands, work, do housework... We have too many tasks on our hands. Although doctors often tell us that frequent hand washing is the best way to avoid illness, according to WHO estimates, even medical personnel The hand hygiene compliance rate is usually much lower than 40%. It seems not only the public, even the experts wash their hands too well.
