It is not surprising that the bathroom contains a lot of bacteria. However, doctors remind that the most common places where bacteria are hiding are not just horse buckets, dragon head handles and toothbrush holders, bath towels and hand towels are...
It is not surprising that the bathroom contains a lot of bacteria. However, doctors remind that the most common places where bacteria are hiding are not just horse buckets, dragon head handles and toothbrush holders, bath towels and hand towels are more likely to breed bacteria. Dr. King, a doctor at the Manhattan Medical Center, pointed out that many people do not wash towels frequently, and they use them repeatedly every day, even use them to wipe the sink, causing the towels to remain moist for a long time. Dr. Chen, a Texas dermatologist, said that this wet environment is conducive to the reproduction of pathogens, and if it is in contact with the skin for a long time, it is easier to help long-term bacteria grow.
According to the 2023 "Scientific Reports" study, the microbial communities formed on towels are different from those of clothing. Since humans carry various bacteria and fungi, these microorganisms will be transferred to them when using towels to make them reproduce quickly. Dr. Chen pointed out that the most common bacteria on towels include Staphylococcus aureus (which may contain methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA), melanin, green, candida and bacterial spores.
If these bacteria enter the human body through a small wound on the skin, they may lead to stomach incompatibility, skin infection or allergic red rash. According to the supplement, it may also cause bacterial infections, acne, and even aggravate skin problems such as moisture. According to the information from the Clifflan Medical Center, if you wipe the lower half of your body with a towel, it will leave stool particles or other fluids, and touch the skin again after repeated use, which may cause infection with membranitis, MRSA, Norovirus and Madibia, which will lead to warts, feces, and Hong Kong foot.
Experts suggest that the best way to keep towels clean is to clean regularly:
Use hot water to cleanThe water temperature should reach at least 140 degrees Celsius (about 60 degrees Celsius). If the washing machine has towel settings, you can use it directly.
Pair disinfectant rinseChoose a rinse with disinfectant. If there is a strange smell, add bleach or white vinegar to enhance the bacterial effect.
Drying towels for bottom dryingIt is recommended to use high temperature mode or towel settings in the dryer to avoid moisture and environmentally friendly bacterial breeding.
