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> They are actually better for the environment than running a nearly empty dishwasher. Washing a few dishes by hand just takes a moment.
by JoshMnem 8y ago
> They are actually better for the environment than running a nearly empty dishwasher.
Washing a few dishes by hand just takes a moment.
- Retric 8y agoHand washing does not get dishes as clean. 70+C Water is useful in this context as it kills off bacteria which can help cut down on disease transmission.
- JoshMnem 8y agoI don't think it's healthy to live in a sterile environment. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hygiene_hypothesis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hygiene_hypothesis https://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/feb/23/children-allergies-dishwasher-hand-washing-study https://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/feb/23/children-all... https://www.webmd.com/allergies/news/20150223/could-a-dishwasher-raise-your-childs-allergy-asthma-risk https://www.webmd.com/allergies/news/20150223/could-a-dishwa...