Both kitchen and bathroom towels act like total magnets for microscopic germs, but they trap completely different types of organisms based on where they are used.
Common Microbes Found on Kitchen Towels
Kitchen dishcloths frequently harbor E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus, yeast, and mold. These
germs come directly from raw meat juices, unwashed fruits and vegetables, damp countertops, and leftover food particles.
Common Microbes Found on Bath Towels
Bathroom linens are more likely to collect Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, skin fungi, and mold. The sources for these are dead skin cells, body
