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There is a constant war being waged everyday, with all humanity. This is the germ war that invades every part of your life. That unicellular bacterium is not all bad but the ones that are can be horrifyingly painful and can make you very ill. Such tiny creatures hold such power over our lives that we spend thousands of dollars each year in anti bacterial products just so we can stay safe and healthy.
There are a few types of bacteria that can make you severely ill should you become infected. These are: Tuberculosis, cholera, pneumonia, strep-throat and the e coli bacteria responsible for food poisoning. Enter into the germ warfare with these organisms and you will find out the real meaning of being sick. A few may only make you ill enough to miss school or work. But too many, especially if you have a weakened immune system or are elderly, can put you out of commission permanently.
The germ free idea is a great one if it were possible. There are good bacteria that are immensely helpful to the human body. However, the e coli 0157 bacterium is one that is not helpful. So how do you minimize your chances of becoming infected? You do this by practicing good hygiene and cleanliness routines. Always clean your body and hands with hot water and soap. For additional anti bacterial fighting power you can spray a mixture of alcohol and water on a surface area and then wipe it down. Bleach is another great agent to help fight bacteria. It is ideal to always handle raw meat and vegetables properly. You want to ensure there is no cross contamination on the surface where you cut and prepare your meat.
The germ strain that so many people are familiar with is E coli 0157. It is also one that can be thwarted with a few good sanitation practices, such as washing with hot water and soap. You can clean your home with a mixture of alcohol and water or bleach and water. Both the bleach and the alcohol are anti bacterial agents that can put a stop to these bad bugs.
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