Having the luxury of preparing a deliciouscup of coffeeat home can turn any morning around for the better.
Yes, you read that right.
If you’re not cleaning your coffee maker, you may be increasing your risk of illness.
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“Coffee pots can harbor all sorts of bacteria and germs, includingE.
coliandSalmonella,” saysRonald Miller, barista & owner ofMy Coffee City.
In 2014,CBS Newsreported on the bacteria found in ten different single-use coffee pots.
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They swabbed each pot and took these samples to Loyola University.
Different bacteria strains were discovered, with one of them beingE.
One study published inNaturefound that a coffee pot may hold anywhere from 35-67 different types of bacteria.
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These were found almost entirely in the coffee maker’s water reservoir.
But for a place to start, we talked to our experts about cleaning basics.
One of the first things you want to focus on is the water tank (or water reservoir).
“It is very important to clean out the water tank every now and again,” says Saxon.
Then, you’re able to wipe down all of the surfaces to remove oil buildup.
For further instructions, check out the manual or website for your specific coffee maker.
