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All the wooden boards consistently outperformed the plastic. The scientists found that three minutes after contaminating a board that 99.9 percent of the bacteria on wooden boards had died, while none of the bacteria died on plastic.
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Learn More »When I worked catering, we were required by the health department to use plastic cutting boards because “they were more sanitary”. Like so many well-intentioned government agencies, they were wrong. This post explains why wooden cutting boards are better than plastic or glass and why I only use wood cutting boards in my kitchen.
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The study “Survival of bacteria on wood and plastic particles: Dependence on wood species and environmental conditions” by Annett Milling, Rolf Kehr, Alfred Wulf and Kornelia Smalla compared bacteria growth (E. coli andE. faecium) in seven types sawdust and plastic (polyethylene chips). They found that the sawdust reduced the bacteria count, with pine and oak performing the best. From the abstract: “The presented study shows that pine and oak exhibit substantially better hygienic performance than plastic and indicates an antibacterial effect caused by a combination of the hygroscopic properties of wood and the effect of wood extractives.” They also discuss earlier studies, including one by Koch et al in 2002 comparing bacterial survival (Bacillus subtilis and Pseudomonas fluorescens) on wood, plastic and stainless steel, noting: “A remarkably great difference in the survival of the bacteria on the surface of the samples was observed between wooden samples and plastic and steel. Oak showed the highest decrease rate in bacterial titre, followed by beech and ash. Bacteria survived longest on plastic followed by stainless steel.” Other Reasons to Choose Wood Cutting Boards Over Plastic, Glass or Ceramic Cutting Boards Protect your knives and don't dull them like ceramic or glass cutting boards. and don't dull them like ceramic or glass cutting boards. Are completely biodegradable and renewable. May support small business. Check out your local farmers markets and craft fairs for handmade products.
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Basic Food Safety Applies No Matter Which Type of Cutting Board You Use Wash hands frequently using a non-toxic soap and hot water. You do not need antibacterial products such as those that contain triclosan, which can break down into a form of dioxin in the environment. Clean surfaces frequently with hot, soapy water or a combination of a spray of hydrogen peroxide followed by a spray of white vinegar, which is an extremely effective disinfectant. Keep one bottle of each on hand and apply as needed. Make sure to store the hydrogen peroxide in a dark bottle, as light will cause it to break down. Don't use sponges. They tend to stay wet and moist – perfect breeding conditions for bacteria. If you still feel compelled to use them, check out Do's and Don'ts of Kitchen Sponge Safety. I prefer the use of dishcloths, washed frequently and spread out to dry between uses. Line drying in the sun will help kill bacteria, as will microwaving a very wet dishcloth for about a minute, or washing in hot water and drying thoroughly. Don't cross contaminate. Keep meat away from produce, cooked food away from raw food, etc. Don't grill and put the finished meat on the same plate you used for the raw meat. Choose the cleanest food possible. Meat and eggs from healthy animals are less likely to harbor bad bacteria. If it's from your own garden/land or from someone you know, you can more control over what the food may be exposed to. Organic does not necessarily mean pathogen free, but it may help. See E Coli Facts. Cook to safe temperatures, refrigerate promptly. Bacteria proliferate faster at room temps. You can read more about food safety at “Protect Yourself from Salmonella and E Coli Naturally“. Stay safe and enjoy your time in the kitchen, and share this post if you think others would also find it useful.
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