Expired Products: What You Need to Know

11. Dish Cloths

Ends In: 30 uses or 1 month
Cost on average: $3–$6*
It may surprise you to learn that your dishcloth may be harboring some dangerous bacteria, as reported by Healthline. Researchers investigating the contamination of dishcloths discovered the presence of E. coli . and other undesirable bacteria on the cloths. Foodborne infections, including food poisoning, may be caused by these microorganisms.

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Your dish towels need to be changed once a month. Alternatively, you ought to swap them out after thirty usages. use your washing machine on high heat to give them a thorough cleaning after each usage. Use bleach if you truly want to sanitize them.

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