TIPS FOR A HEALTHY KITCHEN

by Chinyere Kalu I don't know how you feel but I really feel good about myself whenever I am in a neat, organized and attractive environment. In the same vain I give kudos to mothers, young girls and ladies whose offices (kitchen) is neat, organized, tidy and healthy. No matter what type of kitchen design you have, you should keep it healthy always. Though it's not always easy but you can make it healthy if you are determined. There are some few tips that can help you keep your kitchen healthy. Apart from the regular cleaning of the kitchen these practice will help you : •1.Keep the coldest part of the refrigerator between 32 and 41 degree •2. Wrap and cover all uncooked food. •3. Return perishable food such as butter and mayonnaise to the refrigerator as soon as possible. •4. Don't overload the refrigerator: this can block the circulation of the cooling air •5. Do not put hot food in the refrigerator, let it get cool first. •6. Don't keep leftover too long in the refrigerator •7. Put complimentary leftovers in pot with veggies and beef or chicken broth. •8. Blended, disinfect, or change kitchen cloths or sponges often, especially after raw meat, poultry, or fish have been prepared. •9. Wipe the tops of all cans before opening them. •10. Keep pest away from food, dishes and work surfaces •11. Keep your hands and all equipment clean •12. Never use a knife with which you have cut raw meat or fish to cut anything else without first washing it thoroughly •13. Scrub chopping boards and worktop counters between uses. •14. Keep separate boards for chopping raw meat or fish and cooked meat. •15. All store cooked or any salad item separately from raw meat •16. Disinfect and especially all cloths used for washing up and/or wiping down surfaces, as these can transfer germs readily •17. Never wipe your hands on towels that are used for drying dishes. Tips from “500 + time-saving Hints for every woman. By Emile Barnes