You have been using these household items incorrectly!
It’s difficult to imagine our lives without technology and our everyday gadgets which come in so handy and helpful. But did you ever know, while these may be making our work easy, we might be actually doing harm unknowingly by using them in a wrong manner. So the next time you pick them up, be sure to remember these tips before risking a health hazard.
It’s a big misconception that all food containers, except steel, can be put inside the microwave oven and reheated over and over again. The chemicals present in plastic containers when heated come in contact with the food and can affect testosterone and estrogen levels - something that has been linked to cancer. Always choose the containers which read ‘microwave safe’ and ‘heatproof’.
The more toothpaste you put on the brush, better for dental hygiene right? This is something we all have been guilty of doing. According to dentists, only a pea-sized toothpaste is enough to actually brush for two minutes precisely, otherwise you risk a fluoride problem and gum recession
Instead of using a nail file to shape the nails in a zig-zag manner which could weaken the nail bed and cause damage, one should ideally use the nail file to go from the outside to the middle point to avoid breakage.
Not every vegetable or fruit should be stored in the refrigerator as they can actually ruin their freshness. Instead, the vegetable which will rot the fastest should be kept inside. Always choose a low humidity setting for the same so that damage is avoided.
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