I have, much to my horror, heard a few theories about how to extend the life of kitchen sponges. My advice: use them once and then wash them in the washing machine with bleach. Putting it in the microwave? I am just not so sure about that. Let’s see where the NY Times takes it:
THE FACTS: For years, it has been said that people looking for an easy way to disinfect their soiled sponges, which can become remarkable germ magnets, can pop them in the microwave. The practice has become common. But is it effective?
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