Do you never ever get the feeling that the walls of your cozy home can hide a danger that is well disguised as basic necessities? Of course, it is quite possible that you live with the motto “my house is my fortress” and you think that nothing threatens you in the “native” walls. However, as practice shows, neglect of the simple rules of operation of some small household items can bring a lot of problems.
Introducing 10 things that can be a real danger to the inhabitants of the house.
10. Body washcloth
Using this simple little thing, you can massage your skin well and clean it of impurities during bathing, however, pathogenic microorganisms begin to multiply on its surface after the first use. This is due to the warm and humid environment of the bathroom, which is thus the place with the most favorable conditions for the life of bacteria. That is why it is necessary to change the washcloth to a new one as often as possible in order to avoid infection. In addition, it is recommended to give preference to products made from natural materials - on such pathogenic flora multiplies much more slowly.
9. Kettle and water filter
Every conscientious housewife knows that the kettle needs regular cleaning, otherwise scum will accumulate on its walls and at the bottom, which will not only distort the taste of boiled water, but also harm health.
As for water filters, if absorbent elements are not changed in a timely manner, water purifiers will cease to fulfill their functions. Because of this, you will drink raw tap water each time. Of course, if in the region in which you live, the environmental situation is quite satisfactory, and the water services are working perfectly, then you are afraid of nothing. But, if this is not so, then with every sip of tap water, you will absorb millions of harmful bacteria that can cause you to develop serious infectious diseases.
8. Sofa
A sofa can pose a threat if during its assembly elements made of chipboard were used. The glue and mastic that make up this one contain phenols, formaldehydes and phthalates that are toxic to humans. Imagine that each time, lying on a soft and comfortable sofa, with each new breath you get a portion of dangerous chemical compounds. The consequences of this can be severe allergy attacks, diseases of the respiratory system, rhinitis, dry eyes. In severe formaldehyde intoxication, renal or heart failure, as well as a number of neurological disorders, can develop.
7. Pillow
When buying a pillow, we usually pay attention primarily to the shape and size, guided by its orthopedic properties. However, no less attention should be paid to the material from which the product is made. In predominantly natural materials, such as fluff and feathers, ticks and parasites are often wound.
Experts recommend replacing pillows at least every 3-4 months if you suffer from any form of allergy, and at least 1 time in 2 years if you do not have allergies or chronic diseases of the respiratory system.
6. Native walls
This refers to the material that was used to finish the wall. The choice of wallpaper or paint must be approached very responsibly. Unfortunately, in the building materials market you can still find wallpapers or paints containing toxic substances, such as benzene or formaldehydes, which penetrate the body of the inhabitants of the house through the respiratory tract, which can provoke an allergic reaction, kidney and liver failure.
5. Kitchen towels
According to experts, there are about 4 million dangerous bacteria on every square centimeter of a kitchen towel. Some of them can cause the development of an infectious process in the intestine or the appearance of rashes on the skin. To avoid infection, towels should be boiled and replaced at least 1 time in 2 months. The safest option is to use disposable paper towels.
4. Cutting board
This is another hotbed of pathogenic microorganisms. By the way, it is a mistake to think that it is safer to use plastic boards than wooden ones. It is proved that microdamages are formed in plastic with high speed, where food particles subsequently fall. Over time, decay processes begin to occur in these areas, from which infectious pathogens begin to multiply at an incredible rate.
3. Bath mat
The floor covering for the bathroom poses the same danger to human health as the washcloth. In a humid and warm environment, bacteria spread lightning fast. They can cause dermatitis or asthma. That is why it is necessary to wash and dry the mat well as often as towels.
2. Rubber bath toys
Toys that children love to take with them to the bathroom are literally a hotbed of mold. Outside it is not visible, but inside the rubber product can infest with fungi. The consequences of such bathing can be irritation of the mucous membranes of the eyes and nose, as well as gastritis.
1. TV
Here you can also mention computers, tablets, smartphones and other gadgets, which many of us like to devote several hours of night time. But this is fraught with the development of insomnia, decreased performance and concentration. In addition, sitting for hours under a computer or TV threatens visual impairment. Therefore, if you do not want you or your children to be forced to wear glasses all the time, limit the time available for watching TV to 2 hours a day.