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Tip for Today: Wash Your Water Bottle

Posted June 27, 2008 at 09:30 AM by Alexandra M. Haller

Section: Her Motivation, tip for today

ENTER IMAGE NAME BETWEEN QUOTES - USE ENGLISH NOT FILE NAMING STRUCTURE Reusing your water bottle is a better option than throwing it out after drinking it dry. However, leaving it in the sun with small amounts of water or simply refilling it without cleaning it can lead to dirty bottles filled with not necessarily harmful, but definitely dubious, particles. Sure, you might not see a big fly floating but what about all the bacteria? Nothing is more effective than some hot water, soap and good, old-fashioned elbow grease. Be sure to let the bottle air dry completely before refilling it. Don’t forget to wash the cap too!