What to Know Forty-nine of 100 samples came back positive for bacterial growth, including Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. Multi-use and damp towels are more likely to be contaminated . Towels used among bigger families and those with children had higher rates of bacteria.
A new study suggests kitchen towels may be breeding grounds for bacteria that can lead to food poisoning.
Researchers from the University of Mauritius, an island
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