If you have ever faced any kind of diseases like stomach ailments or food poisoning, and you are sure that it is not from outside, then be sure that it is from the hot germ areas of your own kitchen. Kitchen is a place which needs to be kept sparkling clean all the time because that is the place where all your food is made. You need to ensure that your kitchen is clean and hygienic. You will be amazed to find that there are a few germ hot zone areas in your kitchen which you tend to overlook. Let us find out the places where germs may generate.
The blender
Blender is used for mixing and blending things and it is natural that the food particles are left back if not properly washed. The food particles give rise to fungus, bacteria, E. coli, and mould. The food is left behind the places like within the blades; the rubber gaskets and the cap and then rots and gives rise to infections. The best way to clean the blender is by dissembling the whole blender and then rinsing the blender in soapy warm water and washing it part by part.
Refrigerator
The refrigerator gaskets are one of the favorite places for cockroaches to take refuge. It also increases the chances of infection as food from the grocery is introduced in to the already present food.The vegetable compartment, dairy compartment and the non vegetarian compartment should be regularly cleaned. The gaskets, ice maker, and all other parts should be cleaned once in a month with mild soapy water. Try keeping everything dry and covered in order to reduce contamination.
Microwave
Microwave is used for heating and cooking food. Nowadays people use it for grilling, baking and other purposes as well. It is important that after using the microwave the door should be kept open for the warm air to come out. It is a known fact that bacteria and fungus look for warm places for growth. So microwave is ideal for that. Also, sometimes food remains inside the microwave. Rotting of the food gives rise to bacterial growth. It is important that after using the microwave, clean the interior properly and let the air circulate.
The kitchen utensil drawer
The kitchen utensil drawer is a great place for bacterial growth. You can take for example the rubber spatulas which are a great place for bacterial growth. If your utensils are not well cleaned this may also give rise to bacterial growth. The best way to clean the utensils is with warm soapy water. The can opener is also a good place for germs to multiply.
The dustbin
Dustbin is one of the ideal places for growth of bacteria and fungus. Foods rot inside it giving a foul smell and adding to infection. Try putting polythene plastic in the dustbin and changing it regularly and also wash the dustbin regularly with soap and water.
