Stinky sponge, begone!
Since I use it so much, I want it to last as long as possible.
So its very important to keep them clean.
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How Often Should You Clean Your Kitchen Sponge?
Theres a good chance you arent cleaning your kitchen sponge often enough.
Truong saysyou should clean it every time you use it.
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Signs that indicate the need to clean a sponge include foul smell and food residue, she says.
Over time, sponges accumulate food particles, even with regular cleaning.
Its best to clean the sponge thoroughly after each use.
Microwaving a sponge on high for one minute kills 99.9999 percent of bacteria, according to theU.S.
By comparison, researchers found that dishwashing kills an almost identical 99.9998 percent of bacteria.
Theres one caveat with using the microwave with certain sponges.
Sponges with metal or abrasive parts should not be microwaved.
Always replace it if it smells icky or looks damaged.
