Food boxes (lastic boxes, glass boxes) are essential items for preserving food in every family. However, some housewives often have the habit of only focusing on washing the intestines of the container and cleaning the lid loudspeaker.
In reality, the structure of food box covers with narrow sleeves and rubber gaskets is where many bacteria accumulate, becoming a health hazard.
Risk of developing black mold
One of the important reasons to clean food box covers is to reduce the risk of mold development, especially in rubber gaskets. Accordingly, moisture from hot food or dishwashing water stagnant in rubber gaskets will cause mold to increase rapidly.
If the gasket is not removed for regular cleaning and drying, the mold spores will stick tightly to the rubber texture, creating black, spots that are difficult to remove, affecting the quality of food.
Accumulation of bacteria that cause intestinal diseases
Besides mold, the box lid is also a good place for bacteria to take shelter. Some studies show that reusable water bottle or food container covers can contain many times more bacteria than other household surfaces if not properly cleaned.
Dangerous bacteria such as E. coli, Staphylococcus (bacteremia) or coliform bacteria (originating from feces) are often found in the grooves of the box lid. Consuming foods in contact with these bacteria can affect digestive problems.
Risk of cross-infection
An unclean box lid is the cause of cross-contamination. stacking the boxes together in the refrigerator or using an old lid will cause leftover food debris or bacteria in the gap that can damage fresh food.
Scent and flavor changes
A common problem when using unclean food lids is unpleasant odor. The reason may stem from food debris or grease that has stuck to the lid and rubber gasoline that has decomposed over time.
This stench will cling to new food, reduce the fresh flavor of the ingredients and affect the quality of the dish
Reducing the life of food boxes
Not cleaning regularly and properly will make it difficult to achieve effective function. The waste accumulated over time will form a layer that makes rubber gaskets hardened and lose elasticity.
This reduces the ability to store food in closed containers, or makes the air easily penetrate, causing food to quickly spoil.
