Cleaning the Kittchen Sink

Keep kitchen faucet handles clean, as bacteria grow anywhere that dampness is present. Frequently wash faucets with soap and hot water. Rinse and allow to air dry.

Using Paper Towels

Use clean paper towels that you can throw away to clean up spills from kitchen surfaces. Wet dishcloths provide the perfect environment for bacteria to grow, increasing the likelihood of cross contamination when preparing meals.

Kitchen Sponges

Prevent spreading food borne pathogens in your kitchen by tossing out sponges as they could be harboring tens of millions of disease causing bacteria. A wet sponge is even worse as bacteria can thrive for up to two weeks in moisture.

Cleaning Copper

Sanitize and polish a copper kitchen countertop or copper cookware by pouring lemon juice over the surface. Sprinkle a cup of coarse salt, and then wait a minute or two before wiping off using a clean cloth and warm water.

Cleaning Can Openers

Clean the blade of either a hand cranked or electric can opener after each use to keep bacteria from contaminating the food in the opened can. An old toothbrush dipped into dishwashing detergent or rubbing alcohol makes the job easy.

How To Disinfect The Kitchen Drain

Pour a solution of 1 tsp. of chlorine bleach diluted in I quart of water down your kitchen drain a couple of times each week. This will help disinfect the sink drain and garbage disposal, killing any bacteria growing where food particles get trapped.