In our homes, grandmothers often advise that one should sleep at night only after washing the utensils. They believe that leaving dirty utensils does not bring blessings to the house and Lakshmi gets angry. This is also mentioned in astrology and religious texts. But this tradition needs to be adopted not only for religious reasons but also for health related scientific reasons. Let us find out why leaving dirty utensils at night can be dangerous for your and your family’s health.
Disadvantages of leaving utensils overnight
1. Growth of bacteria:
- Dirty utensils become an ideal place for bacteria to grow.
- E. coli and other harmful bacteria can grow rapidly in these.
2. Kitchen contamination:
- Bacteria growing in dirty utensils can spread to the rest of the kitchen.
- Due to this, both kitchen cleaning and food items can be contaminated.
health effects
1. Effect on immunity:
- The bacteria that grow in dirt weakens your immunity.
- This affects the body’s ability to fight infection.
2. Risk of diseases:
- Bacteria spread through dirty utensils can cause vomiting, diarrhea and stomach related problems.
- In severe cases it can cause typhoid, jaundice and kidney related diseases.
How often should dirty dishes be washed?
1. It is best to wash immediately:
- Washing utensils immediately after eating is the ideal option.
- This eliminates the risk of bacteria growth.
2. Do cleaning in two-three hours:
- If it is not possible to wash immediately, wash the utensils within 2-3 hours.
- During this period, do not leave any residue on the vessel. Wash them with water and keep them in the sink.
3. Utensils used after a long time:
- Be sure to wash utensils that you use after several days before using them.
scientific basis of religious beliefs
- Religious Perspective:
It is believed that leaving dirty utensils brings negative energy into the house and leads to lack of money. - scientific approach:
Dirty utensils not only affect health, but positive energy also remains in a clean house.
