Even the cleanest restrooms can have serious hygiene problems. True, bathrooms are filthy breeding areas for bacteria and germs that may wreak havoc on your health, and Lysol alone won’t save you.Some of us have a variety of toilet habits that are harmful to our health and can lead to major health issues. Let’s look at some of the terrible behaviors we have in the bathroom that can lead to major illnesses.
1. Leaving your toothbrush in the sink is a bad idea.
The bathroom isn’t the cleanest room in the house, and it’s best not to think about how many bacteria live there. Nobody likes germs on their toothbrushes, and many bathroom counters are next to the toilet, making it a risk zone. Germs on your toothbrush can cause severe gum disease and bad breath, so keep it in a clean container.
2. Using a cell phone in the bathroom is not a good idea.
People’s habit of taking their phones to the restroom with them can make them sick. According to a study conducted at Prince of Sonkla University, infectious bacteria adhere to your phone if you leave it on the bathroom counter or in a cupboard, and when you use it, you can get a variety of ailments. To avoid this risk, disinfect your phone or designate your bathroom a no-phone zone, even if you do wash your hands.
3. After using the restroom, not washing hands
On average, 500,000 bacterial cells per square inch of bathroom surfaces can be identified within an hour of use. Bacteria could be hiding on the doorknob or in the toilet bowl. Germs and bacteria such as E. coli can remain on the skin if hands are not washed after using the restroom. When you touch your face or eat, bacteria might enter your body, so make sure you wash your hands frequently.
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