6. The best way to know if the milk is still good is to smell it

鉴别牛奶是否变质的最好方式就是闻一闻

 

Experts say that if you keep your fridge closer to 34℉, instead of the standard 40℉, you can get an extra week out of your milk. Of course, the longer its container was kept sealed, the better. All in all, it's always best to trust your good old nose and just smell the stuff.

 

7. A funky¹ taste in water doesn't mean you can't drink it

水有怪味不意味着不能喝

 

Ever left a glass of water sitting on the bedside overnight and then it had that funky taste in the morning? Well, turns out it's perfectly² fine to drink. Duh—after all, there are no ingredients in the water that would make it go bad.

 

8. Produce bins³ in fridges are full of germs

冰箱的果蔬室充满了细菌

 

A NSF International study found that the fridge produce compartment⁴ is one of the most "germiest" areas in people's kitchens. Therefore, it's essential to regularly clean out produce bins with hot water and liquid soap to prevent the buildup of bacteria.

 

9. Chopping boards are up to 200 times dirtier than a toilet seat

切菜板比马桶圈脏200倍

 

It has been found that chopping boards are up to 200 times dirtier than a toilet seat! And as it turns out, washing it after every use does not protect you from all the bacteria. It is recommended to have several chopping boards so you can use them for different types of food. In addition to this, you should change your chopping boards regularly as bacteria can hide in its scratches and crevices⁵ and thus contaminate other foods.

 

10. It's not recommended to rinse⁶ meat

不建议用水冲洗生肉

 

While some people rinse meat and poultry⁷ before cooking, it turns out that while it can remove some of the bacteria from the surface, it doesn't do anything to those that are tightly attached. In addition to this, water can splash while rinsing⁸ meat onto worktops, cutlery, etc., and thus contaminate them.

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