15 Things That Can Get You Sick, Quick
In 1998, scientists settled on a startling conclusion . Based on extensive research, they estimated that, at that time, our world was home to five million trillion trillion bacteria. (For reference, that’s a five with 30 zeros.) Now, almost 20 years later, it’s only likely that number has increased, and there are some everyday items that are far more susceptible to spreading it. Let’s take a look at 20 things that can get you sick , quick, along with the ways to avoid them. 1. Bed sheets. Believe it or not, your bed sheets are a breeding ground for dust mites. They can live, die and reproduce in your bed—feasting on your dead skin cells. As they do, they can affect your allergies and lower your immune system. Tip: Wash your sheets at least once a week in hot, soapy water. 2. Pillows. You’d never lie down on a pile of germs. Or would you? Pillows have been proven to harbor bacteria, even when they have a pillowcase on them. In fact, som...