Bottom Line Personal, in its August 15, 2010 issue, reports on a recent study that found that bacteria thrive in reusable shopping bags.
Bacterial growth was found on 50% of the bags; 12% contained E. coli bacteria.
Charles P. Gerba, a professor of soil, water, and environmental science at the University of Arizona in Tucson, led the study.
The main lesson:
Wash reusable bags regularly with soap and water.
For those wanting more specifics of the study and of its recommendations, see:
http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2010/06/reusable-shopping-bags-and-food-safety/
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Whoa! Great bit of info! I never thought to was my bags. Definitelty will do!
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