Common airplane habits can have dangerous health impact: 3 mistakes to avoid that people often makeExperts have warned that some routine in-flight hygiene habits may increase exposure to bacteria during air travel. According to flight att...
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Why Your Microwave May Need More Than a Quick Wipe DownYour microwave may be dirtier than it appears. Hidden grease and food particles accumulate, leading to bacteria growth and odors. Simple wi...
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How to clean a microwave without scrubbing: A steam method that loosens stuck foodDiscover a scientifically-backed steam cleaning method for microwaves that efficiently dissolves tough food residues and eliminates bacteri...
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How to clean a mixer grinder jar properly: A quick method that removes odor and residueBlenders and mixers require thorough cleaning beyond a quick rinse to prevent residue buildup, odors, and microbial growth. Immediate clean...
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22 Apr, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
What Happens When Deep Earth Life Stays Dormant for Thousands of YearsDeep subsurface microbes survive for millennia by entering suspended metabolism, drastically lowering energy needs and relying on chemical ...
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Why Your Kitchen Sponge Might Be Making Everything Smell WorseYour kitchen sponge, a cleaning essential, harbors billions of bacteria. Research reveals these porous tools become microbial hotspots, bre...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Is Your Kitchen Sponge Spreading More Than It Cleans?Kitchen sponges harbor dangerous germs. These common cleaning tools become breeding grounds for bacteria and other microbes. Studies reveal...
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Your Fridge Shelves Are Not Equal, And One Small Shift Could Keep Food Fresh LongerProper food placement in refrigerators significantly impacts freshness and quality, as temperature variations exist across different shelve...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
This Everyday Kitchen Sponge Can Hold More Bacteria Than A Toilet Seat; Here’s Why It HappensYour kitchen sponge may be dirtier than a toilet seat. Scientific studies reveal sponges are breeding grounds for billions of bacteria. Thi...
09 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
FSSAI tightens food safety net; states drive enforcement push in FY 2025-26India's food safety agency, FSSAI, inspected nearly four lakh establishments and tested over 1.6 lakh food samples in 2025-26. States playe...
08 Apr, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
This Cheap Kitchen Liquid Unclogs Your Drain Automatically No Scrubbing NeededForget harsh chemicals for clogged kitchen sinks! A simple baking soda and vinegar mix, or enzyme-based cleaners, offer a gentler, science-...
06 Apr, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Dirty Tile Grout Try This Quick At Home Trick To Clean It Without Ripping It OutGrubby grout doesn't always mean costly renovation. A simple, science-backed DIY paste of baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and dish soap eff...
03 Apr, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
This farmer’s agri technology can help solve India's pollution woesFarmer Chandrashekar Bhadsavle, who has a Masters in Food Microbiology from UC Davis (USA), said the current technique of farming was flawe...
11 Nov, 2017, 05.04 PM IST
- Eating food off the floor is not safe at all
New York, Sep 11 (IANS) Food, once dropped on the floor, is not safe to eat, however quickly you pick it up, warns a new study that debunks...
11 Sep, 2016, 12.42 PM IST
FSSAI issues draft quality norms for flavored milk, ice-creamFood safety regulator FSSAI today came up with draft quality standard norms for various dairy products, including flavored milk, ice-cream,...
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- Nestle to boost study of harmful food infections
Nestle SA, the world's biggest food and drink company, says it is boosting research to tackle the threat of ever-stronger strains of bacter...
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