Kitchen Sponge: What I Saw on the Green Side Made Me Change My Habits

Kitchen sponges, often seen as essential, can be among the most contaminated items in the home. Their design retains moisture and food residues, promoting bacterial growth. Even after disinfection in the microwave or boiling water, the most resistant bacteria survive and quickly recolonize the sponge. Additionally, synthetic sponges pose an environmental problem by releasing plastic fragments.