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A home’s kitchen sink carries more bacteria than both the toilet and the garbage can, Gerba’s research found. “There’s more fecal bacteria in a sink than there is in a flushed toilet,” Gerba told “Today.” “That’s why dogs drink out of the toilet. Is the toilet or sink dirtier? “There’s more fecal bacteria in your […]

The kitchen The National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) found that areas where food is stored or prepared had more bacteria and fecal contamination than other places in the home. More than 75 percent of dish sponges and rags had Salmonella, E. coli, and fecal matter compared to 9 percent on bathroom faucet handles. Where is the […]

Just like smartphones, their larger cousins are riddled with bacteria. Research by British consumer watchdog Which? found “hazardous” levels of bacteria on iPads and other tablets, with 600 units of Staphylococcus aureus, which can cause severe stomach bugs, per swab. Why is my iPad screen so dirty? The oleophobic coating wears out over time anyway. […]

The most germ-infested items in any home are the towels in a kitchen or bathroom. There seems to be one too many stories in the news about Ebola, some new type of flu and other fast-spreading germs, viruses and bacteria. What is the dirtiest item in a common house? Dish Sponge It’s the dirtiest thing […]

The average office desk is covered in over 10,000,000 bacteria, that’s 400 times the bacteria living on the average toilet seat. Is your desk dirtier than the toilet seat? The average office desk is said to contains 400 times more germs than a toilet seat – meaning that many office workers could be at risk […]

The average number of gram-negative bacteria in a dog’s mouth was 2 colonies. The average number of gram-negative bacteria in a human’s mouth was 0.2 colonies. (One person out of five had one colony of gram-negative bacteria.) The average number of gram-positive bacteria in a dog’s mouth was 3.7 colonies. Are dog licks clean? A […]

Humans, dogs, as well as other species, will desire to quickly attend to their wounds. It is an instinct. When your dog licks a wound, there are healing capacities in their saliva and it can also help cleanse the area. They are natural healers when it comes to grooming and cleaning. Is it good for […]

However, a dog’s saliva and pathogens can be absorbed more easily through the mucous membranes of a person’s nose, mouth and eyes. Though illnesses transmitted this way are rare, Dr. Kaplan said it was best to avoid having your dog lick those parts of your face. Is it healthy for a dog to lick your […]

There are very few bloodborne diseases that can be transmitted from a human to a dog, even with direct blood ingestion. In the majority of cases, the blood will just be digested like any other protein. Is Human Blood okay for dogs? All blood isn’t the same, and there are many differences between species, which […]

You should never lick your dog. Dog behavior is steeped in hundreds if not thousands of years of evolution hence licking, to a dog, has an entirely different meaning to what licking means to a human being. If you lick your dog, you are communicating in his language and not yours. Do dogs like when […]

“Your fingernails are almost twice as dirty as your fingers. Bacteria often gets stuck under the nails, and can be transferred to the mouth, causing infections of the gums and throat,” says Michael Shapiro, M.D. Are your fingernails dirtier than a toilet seat? Biting your fingernails is worse than licking a toilet seat.Poor hygiene as […]

Poor hygiene or infrequent showers can cause a buildup of dead skin cells, dirt, and sweat on your skin. This can trigger acne, and possibly exacerbate conditions like psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema. Showering too little can also trigger an imbalance of good and bad bacteria on your skin. How long can a human go without […]

During the daytime, your mouth produces saliva that constantly cleanses the inside of your mouth. It rinses away the food particles and beverage residue left behind from the food and drinks you consume throughout the day. Is your mouth dirty when you wake up? Unfortunately, less saliva helps bacteria and germs thrive. If you have […]

Harvard researchers have discovered over 615 different types of bacteria in human mouths, while over 600 different types have been found in dog mouths. Thus, dog saliva is definitely not cleaner than human saliva. Is it hygienic for a dog to lick you? It is not healthy, however, to allow your dog to lick an […]

And in a worst-case scenario, if things get too out-of-hand, your belly button could start to leak a brownish, yellow, or white discharge, which signals a bacterial or yeast infection, says Dr. What can happen if you pick your belly button? If you don’t clean your bellybutton, a number of problems could occur. These can […]

Belly button or the navel is probably the most ignored part of the body. If it is not cleaned regularly, it will not only lead to buildup of dirt but also bacteria. The dark, moist environment of the belly button is ideal for breeding of bacteria. The breeding of bacteria can cause foul smell and […]

When taking care of personal hygiene, we don’t often think about our bellybuttons. But just like the rest of your body, they need to be cleaned. In fact, a 2012 study found that 67 different types of bacteria are in the average bellybutton. Most bellybuttons have crevices that can collect dirt and breed bacteria. Should […]

Your Mouth is the Perfect Breeding Ground for Germs In other words, it is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. While there are over seven hundred types of bacteria known to exist in the human mouth, the average person only hosts an average of thirty-four to seventy-two varieties. Are human mouths dirtier than dogs? Humans […]

The mouth is undoubtedly the dirtiest part of your body with the largest amount of bacteria. The mouth comes in more contact with germs than the rectal area. What is the dirtiest part of a human body? Keep your hands off your belly button Did you know that your belly button is the dirtiest part […]

When you’re born, the umbilical cord is cut and you have a small piece left called the umbilical stump. One to 2 weeks after birth, this stump falls off and what remains is your belly button. As a result, your belly button is essentially a scar. Whether it’s an innie or outie depends on how […]