Shocking Places Where Bacteria Thrive (4 of 5)

Menu Cards

For the reasons we’ve mentioned before, menu cards are notorious for carrying germs and bacteria. Not only that, but most establishments have waiters and waitresses handing you these cards as well which is bad.

These are the people who handle trays, multiple plates both clean and dirty, and may be washing dirty plates as well.

Computer Labs

Public places that also have keyboards. Yep. It’s infested with germs as well. Pair that up with the fact people aren’t usually cleaning up around these labs and you have a place where germs can build up further.

TV Remotes

If you’re still watching TV, this is the most helpful and commonly used tool in the house. Of course most don’t think of washing these remotes down and use them without a second thought. As a result, germs and bacteria cling to the various buttons and begin to grow in number on them.

So make a point of cleaning your remote once in a while. Be sure to wash your hands before and after using the remote too.

Coffee Makers

Similar to TV remotes, this could be a popular item if you make coffee or tea on the regular. From constantly touching it, we’re allowing the build up of germs on those buttons or the pot itself. So make a point of wiping it down regularly.

For the coffee pot itself, we’d also suggest disinfecting that as well. Sure you’re boiling water in there but it doesn’t hurt to clean the insides often too.

One home remedy we will suggest is three to four cups of undiluted vinegar and place it in the reservoir. Vinegar is a great disinfectant and we couldn’t recommend It more. Once the vinegar is in there, let it sit for a half hour before brewing it. After that, dump the vinegar and run two to four cycles of fresh clean water to clean it thoroughly and remove the smell.

Cutting Boards

Another kitchen item that we use is cutting boards. They can build up a lot of bacteria due to the small crumbs or fluids that remain on the boards. Not to mention the little slices can create alcoves for gunk to build up in there as well.

Wood, plastic, or glass, if you’re not cleaning your board regularly, you can build up a lot of bacteria, mold, yeast and more.

To clean it properly, all you need is dishwashing liquid with hot soapy water or a dishwasher. Make sure that after you’re done washing it, you stand the board vertically and letting it dry completely.