Research has found that car seats are dirtier than the average toilet.

In fact, it is said that germ samples taken from a car seat look just like those from a toilet under a microscope.

This is because car seats are not cleaned often enough. So, Let us take a look at what is living in our car seats.

1. E. coli

Remember that piece of tissue you used to wipe your nose while driving that was left behind in the car?

It is possible some E. coli bugs may have transferred to the seats. E. coli can cause diarrhoea and even kidney failure in severe cases.

2. Bacillus cereus

Some people have the bad habit of resting their feet against the back of a car seat, which leaves soil on the upholstery.

Soil contains bacillus cereus, a bug that can cause food poisoning. Pets can also bring this bug into the car after a walk in the park.

3. Salmonella

If you have a habit of eating and drinking in your car, there are bound to be crumbs or spilled drinks lying around.

When these leftovers are left to rot in the car, bacteria such as salmonella will grow.

Children and the elderly, who have relatively weaker immune systems, are particularly at risk when exposed to it.

It usually causes diarrhoea, but can lead to severe arthritis as well.

4. Fungi and mould

Fungi and mould can grow on car seats if you have left food, drink stains, mucus and soil lying around for too long.

While these may not pose any risk to most people, those with allergies may experience asthma and rashes.

Car seats should be cleaned regularly to prevent yourself or your loved ones from getting sick.

This article first appeared in kaodim.com

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