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wood vs plastic cutting board for health

If you care about food safety and your knives, a high quality wood board is usually healthier long term than a plastic one, provided you wash it in hot soapy water within 5 minutes of use and let it dry upright for at least 8 hours. Studies have shown that bacteria on well maintained wood boards drop sharply within 3 to 12 hours, while plastic boards with deep cuts can keep harmful germs in place for days. Wood vs plastic cutting board for health: the short answer For most home kitchens, a sealed wood or bamboo board is the better...

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