{"id":36635,"date":"2022-02-05T07:37:42","date_gmt":"2022-02-05T07:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=36635"},"modified":"2022-02-05T07:37:42","modified_gmt":"2022-02-05T07:37:42","slug":"everyday-items-that-can-become-your-worst-enemies-if-they-arent-cared-for-properly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lorevista.com\/everyday-items-that-can-become-your-worst-enemies-if-they-arent-cared-for-properly\/","title":{"rendered":"Everyday Items That Can Become Your Worst Enemies If They Aren’t Cared For Properly"},"content":{"rendered":"

Clinging to some household things is natural, yet it could be hazardous to our health. This is all the more reason why we should always look after them or replace them as needed. When we fail to update or maintain these objects, they may become obsolete or cause health problems for us. Utilizing a loofah for more than three weeks may be detrimental to our skin, and using an old router that is more than four years old may cause our internet connection to slow down.\n

We want you to know how to care for and use vital household items, which will help you in living a very healthy lifestyle.\n

1. Mugs\n

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What\u2019s a good coffee without our favorite mug. Mugs are what we use every day, and we can\u2019t have a good coffee with a bacteria-filled mug.\n

After filling our mug with coffee and cream, we literally touch the mug with our hands and lips, and if our mug harbors bacteria, it could be harmful to our health. It\u2019s important that we wash our mug immediately after we use it because, in as little as 45 minutes, environmental pathogens like mold can start to grow on it.\n

\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b2. Mattresses\n

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Mites and dust can accumulate on our mattresses over time, and this can be harmful for people, especially those with allergies or respiratory problems.\n

When our mattress isn\u2019t in perfect condition, we might have problems sleeping and this can lead to heart or kidney disease. Generally, it\u2019s recommended that we change our mattress every 8 years, but it all depends on the type of mattress.\n

3. Pillows\n

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It\u2019s recommended for us to change our pillows every 1 \u2014 2 years because whenever we use them continually when sleeping, they can act as an absorbent for dead skin cells and hair, and they can also become the perfect environment for dust mites, which can be harmful to our skin.\n

It is a good idea to change our pillows every 6 months, and using a protective case between the pillow and the pillowcase is also recommended.\n

4. Towels\n

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What\u2019s a fresh bath without a clean towel? If your towel isn\u2019t properly maintained, your skin might get irritated, or even infected with bacteria. Also, whenever your towel is damp, it becomes the perfect breeding ground for germs.\n

Your towel should be washed after every 3 uses to maintain the proper hygiene (this is the best way to prevent getting any kind of infection from your towel). Additionally, you should change your towels at least every 2 years, because they tend to lose their absorbency after that period of time.\n

5. Shower liners\n

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Washing your shower curtain liner once a week is not something you should see as stressful. It\u2019s necessary, as it gets rid of bacteria, mold, and dirt that accumulates on it over time.\n

6. Router\n

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You should change your router every 3-4 years to avoid experiencing slow network connections. We upgrade our phones, sometimes yearly, and that\u2019s a good thing, but forgetting to upgrade our router, shouldn\u2019t be seen as optional. Our home routers need an upgrade too, in order to get improved internet speed.\n

7. Old clothes\n

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Getting rid of old clothes is something we should try to do every year. It\u2019s a good way to keep your closet organized and ready for a fresh start.\n

Here are a few ways you\u2019ll know that it\u2019s time to give up your old clothes:\n