it-known household items have a expiration date

HƯƠNG SƠN (THEO HEALTH) |

Many household items seem to have no expiration date, but have a shorter expiration date than we thought.

Sleep pillows: Use limit 1-2 years

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Sleeping pillows are usually best used for 1-2 years. Photo: HUE ZON

Dr. Michael Breus, a sleep expert in the US, said that a pillow can accumulate dust, dead skin cells, mold and bacteria after only 6 months of use. If you do not replace it or do it regularly, you may experience skin problems, allergies, or neck and shoulder pain due to the loss of elasticity of the knees.

Signs that you need to replace your pillow: Knead sticking, loss of elasticity.

There is a strange smell even though it has been cleaned.
Causes itching, allergies.

How to store: Wash your pillowcases weekly, sunbike periodically and replace them every 1-2 years.

Towel: Expiry from 6 months to 1 year

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Towel. Photo: HUE ZON

According to Dr. Philip Tierno, a microbiologist at New York University, towels are an ideal environment for bacteria and fungi to grow due to frequent humidity. Using towels for too long can cause skin infections, acne and dermatological diseases.

Signs that you need to change towels: There is a moldy smell even after being cleaned. The loss is soft and rough.

stains or mold appear.


How to store: Dry towels in a cool place, wash them at least twice a week, and replace them every 6 months - 1 year.

Toothbrush: Expiry of 3 months

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Toothbrush. Photo: HUE ZON

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that toothbrushes should be replaced every 3 months because worn bristles reduce cleaning efficiency. In addition, old toothbrushes are a place for bacteria to accumulate, which can cause gingivitis and tooth decay.

Signs that you need to replace your brush: The brush blades are loose, soft, and no longer standing straight.

Having a strange odor or plaque.
Causes bleeding gums or pain when brushing teeth.

How to store: Wash the brush after each use, leave it in a dry place and do not share it with others.

Dishwasher: limited to 1-2 weeks

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Dishwasher. Photo: HUE ZON

According to research from the University of Furtwangen, Germany, dishwashers are home to more bacteria than tanks, including E. coli and Salmonella, which can cause food poisoning if not replaced regularly.

Signs that you need to replace the dishwasher: There is a foul smell even after being cleaned.

Changes in color or black spots.
soft or mushy on the surface.

How to store: Wash after each use, dry and replace with a new one after 1-2 weeks.

Hair brush medicine: Warranty of use is 6 months - 1 year

Luoc chai toc. Anh ghep: HUONG SON
Hair brush. Photo: HUE ZON

According to Dr. Paradi Mirmirani, a dermatologist at the American Dermatology Association, hairbrushes can accumulate oil, dirt, bacteria and dandruff, causing hair loss and scalp infections if not replaced or cleaned regularly.

Signs that you need to change your hair color: Dust appears tightly, making it difficult to clean.

The patient suffered a broken tooth and loss of elasticity.
Scalp is more susceptible to irritation or dandruff.

How to store: Wash each week with warm water and soap, replace after 6 months - 1 year.

Using items beyond the recommended time not only reduces effectiveness but also affects health.

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