“Your kitchen sponge has more germs than your toilet seat” Aproko doctor reveals

“Your kitchen sponge has more germs than your toilet seat” Aproko doctor reveals

Aproko Doctor, also known as Egemba Chinonso Fidelis, recently shared valuable insights regarding kitchen sponges. He highlighted a concerning fact that may surprise you: kitchen sponges could potentially harbor more germs than a toilet seat.

Aproko Doctor went on to explain that kitchen sponges often accumulate a significant number of germs over time, mainly because they are not replaced frequently. He pointed out that the small holes in these sponges easily trap food particles, creating an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive. Consequently, kitchen sponges become breeding grounds for various harmful germs.

In his public message, Aproko Doctor stressed the crucial importance of regularly changing kitchen sponges, especially for those who have been using the same sponge for an extended period. This simple act of replacing your sponge can significantly contribute to maintaining a cleaner and healthier kitchen environment, thereby reducing the risk of contamination and foodborne illnesses.

Additionally, he offered practical advice for individuals who may be unable to afford new sponges. Aproko Doctor suggested using bleach to disinfect the sponge or utilizing the microwave to effectively eliminate harmful microbes. These cost-effective methods can help ensure your kitchen remains a safe and hygienic space for food preparation.

See reactions below:

One isaac_sunday1993 had this to say,

“Many of us are guilty of this. But one thing I always do is keeping the sponge clean after doing dishes.”

One jacbellmediabusinessschool had this to say,

“My sponge is 3 months old sha. E never do one year anniversary”

One preshstagram had this to say,

“If I don’t have money to buy a sponge, how then can I buy a microwave or bleach”

One poisera.nutrition had this to say,

“Some people will use this same sponge to wipe off the oil that got splashed on the inner part of their pots of soup while cooking and from there transfer some bacteria into the soup. It is better to pour the soup into a new pot and wash the dirty pot.”

One tunnyogunnowo had this to say,

“We will start pouring hot water on it regularly and wash immediately after use. Shikena”