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Your Water Bottle Could Be Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat – Here’s How to Clean It

By Milcah Tanimu

Water bottles are ubiquitous, whether for gym workouts or daily commutes. However, many people neglect proper cleaning, leading to bottles harboring more bacteria than a toilet seat, according to a study by waterFilterGuru.com.

The study reveals that reusable water bottles can contain an average of 20.8 million colony-forming units (CFUs) of bacteria—about 40,000 times more than the germs on a toilet seat. To avoid health risks associated with these bacteria, it’s crucial to clean and sanitize your water bottle regularly.

**How Often to Clean Your Water Bottle**

Experts recommend cleaning your water bottle after each use. If you refill the same bottle daily, aim to clean it at least twice a day—once in the morning and once at night. For a deeper clean, sanitize your bottle weekly or biweekly using diluted bleach or hydrogen peroxide to eliminate stubborn microorganisms.

**Steps to Clean Your Water Bottle**

1. **Disassemble**: Remove any extra parts like straws and valves.
2. **Wash**: Use antibacterial dish soap and hot water to scrub the bottle.
3. **Brush**: Clean inner surfaces with a bottle brush to remove biofilm.
4. **Rinse**: Thoroughly rinse to eliminate soap residue.
5. **Dry**: Let the bottle and parts air dry completely. For faster drying, use a clean towel but avoid recontamination.

**Steps to Sanitize Your Water Bottle**

1. **Clean**: Start with a thorough cleaning of the bottle.
2. **Apply Sanitizer**: Pour hydrogen peroxide into the bottle and shake gently. Let it sit for ten minutes.
3. **Rinse**: Rinse the bottle thoroughly.
4. **Disinfect**: Use a mixture of vinegar and hydrogen peroxide or a solution of one quart of water with one teaspoon of bleach. Allow the bottle to air dry fully before use.

Keeping your water bottle clean is essential to avoid consuming harmful bacteria and ensure your hydration is both safe and refreshing.

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