The 5 items in your bathroom cabinet that could trigger unpleasant infections and diseases

We all have products and devices in our bathroom that we use every day.

But experts have warned that the use of some of them for too long could cause discomfort.

Keeping the bathroom is key, since it can be a real culture broth for bacteria.

After all, it is where the dirt of the day is washed, brushes their teeth and, for most people who cannot afford a separate toilet, it is also where they urinate and defecate.

Even if your bathroom is impeccably clean from the floor to the ceiling, there are still some items that you must regularly replace.

1. Tooth brush

You must change your toothbrush, or toothbrush head if you have an electric, every three months and not share.

Studies have shown that toothbrushes that have been used for more than three or four months are less effective to remove the plate because the sows begin to separate.

Bacteria and viruses such as hepatitis B and C can spread when sharing toothbrushes.

Speaking to The Sun, Dental Hygienist and Colgate ambassador, Hannah Young, said he should consider obtaining a new toothbrush before every three months if he has been sick, especially if the toothbrush is stored near other brushes ofteeth.

This includes if it has had a virus, such as COVID-19.

Brushing with damaged bristles can mean that they are not reaching those important areas that leave it with accumulation of plate and risk of gums and gum problems, ”says Hannah.

“It is also important that we replace our toothbrush after a cold, cough or fever, since germs can live in the toothbrush bristles and a humid atmosphere is a perfect breeding ground for bacteria.

"It is an easy and economical step that will help take care of both oral health and health in general."

2. Hair brush

How many hair brushes do you have a little worse for use?

Experts say you could actually be brushing dirt in your hair if you don't take care of them.

To avoid it, wash the brushes with hot water and soap every week and replace them when the sows show signs of damage.

According to the Food and Drink Federation, a 1 mm hair follicle can house 50,000 germs, and its hair brush can contribute.

"The brushes collect waste products such as mousse or spray, which can become sticky and attract dirt," says Marilyn Sherlock, from the Tricologists Institute.

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In statements to The Sun, Nizoral's trichologist, Stephanie Sey said: “Inside the brush, the old sebum, bacteria and loose hair will accumulate.

“By continuing to use this in the hair without washing it regularly, he adds it again to his hair and scalp creating an excellent atmosphere for dandruff, which causes the growth of fungi.

«In terms of replacing the brush, inspect your brush well;It is likely that some bristles have deformed and worn out, this will hook the hair and cause open tips and general mechanical damage ».

3. Knapped leaf

With so many things that happen in our daily lives, we can easily neglect small things.

However, if your razor blade begins to look a little oxidized, you must take note.

In fact, the recommendation is that you change the blade every two or three shaved.

This is because the friction between the skin and the razor can cause eruptions, says Harley Street dermatologist, Dr. Christopher Rowland-Payne.

The disregarded blades can be clogged with dead skin, which can cause notches, incarnate hairs and more irritation.

It is important that men change their razor leaves frequently because the skin of the face is very sensitive;Women can use them a little more.

4. Sponges and bath bags

That spongy sponge you have works tirelessly to get rid of all the dirt that accumulates during the day, so it is not surprising that you can also house some unpleasant things.

Sponges house bacteria in their holes: more than one billion germs can grow in a wet sponge after a day of use.

For cooking sponges in particular, the panorama is even more bleak.

Scientists from the University of Arizona discovered that most kitchen cloths and sponges used in domestic kitchens housed a large number of virulent bacteria, including coli and Salmonella and Staphylococcus strains.

5. Pills and supplements

Most of the products in the cabinet of their bathroom have an expiration or use date, so it is worth noting when it opens new supplements and verifies the useful life, so that it does not take them once they are defeated.

But an expert warned that he must also review the label of any lotion, potion or supplement before ingesting them.

In statements to The Sun, nutritionist Shona Wilkinson, Dr Vegan ambassador, said: “On the back of its vitamins, you will see a table of nutrition and next to it an ingredient list.

“Read the list of ingredients, often written as a paragraph and in small print.

"Many ingredients cannot be added to the nutrition table because they do not provide any nutritional benefit."

He explained that many supplements house unpleasant things that could actually be bad for you.

Dr. Shona said ingredients such as titanium dioxide are often found in supplements and are also used in products such as home paints, coatings and plastics due to their powerful whitish qualities.

He added that the magnesium stearate is also found in many supplements and, although it is recognized that it is sure to consume, if it ingests too much, it can have a laxative effect by irritating the lining of the mucosa of its intestines, which causes spasms and causesAn intestinal evacuation.or even diarrhea.