We all know that the toilet is a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, so it’s no surprise that most of us take extra care when cleaning it. We scrub it regularly, and may even use special products to make sure it’s as clean as possible.

But did you know that there are many everyday items that are dirtier than your toilet? Here are the five grossest things you touch daily that may surprise you!.

Your Cell Phone

It’s estimated that the average person touches their cell phone over 150 times a day. Unfortunately, this means that your phone is constantly picking up every germ and bacteria you come into contact with.

In fact, some studies have found that cell phones can be up to 18 times dirtier than a public toilet! It’s important to regularly clean your phone, especially if you share it with others.

Your Computer Keyboard

Are you a regular keyboard user? If so, you may be surprised to learn that your keyboard is a hive of bacteria. Many people eat at their desk, and while typing, crumbs and food particles fall onto and between the keys where they are left to fester.

Scientists have found that computer keyboards can be up to five times dirtier than a toilet seat, making it one of the germiest things in your office.

Your Kitchen Sponge

Did you know that your kitchen sponge can be one of the dirtiest items in your home? Every time you use it to wipe down surfaces, you’re spreading germs and bacteria around.

In fact, scientists have found that the average kitchen sponge can contain up to 10 million bacteria per square inch! This makes it even dirtier than your toilet.

Your Wallet or Purse

Your wallet or purse goes everywhere with you, from the grocery store to public restrooms.

But have you ever stopped to think how dirty it may actually be? Recent studies have found that purses and wallets can be dirtier than a toilet seat due to the amount of bacteria they accumulate from being set down on various surfaces. Think about it – when was the last time you cleaned out your purse or wallet?.

Your Dish Towels

Dish towels are another item that we use every day, but often forget to wash on a regular basis. Every time you use a dish towel to dry your hands or clean up a spill, you’re transferring bacteria onto it.

In fact, studies have found that dish towels can contain up to 500 times more bacteria than a toilet seat!.

Conclusion

While your toilet may seem like the logical place for germs and bacteria to accumulate, these five everyday items show us that we need to be mindful of the items we come into contact with every day.

It’s important to clean and sanitize these items regularly to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria, and to keep ourselves healthy.