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The Importance of Clean Towels: Health & Hygiene


Question
This may be a crazy question, but I use a clean towel every time I bathe or shower.  I know some people that do not change their towel that often.  I just remember in High School always having to use a clean towel daily after Gym Class.  Are there any health reasons why you should use a clean towel?

Answer
It all depends  on what places you dry with the towel.

If it possible then using a clean towel is a good practice.

If you do not use a clean towel every day make sure you air dry your towel well.  There is always the possiblity of bacterial growth and fungus.  Not very likely- I would not suggest using your towel more than twice then laudering again.

Gym class was quite a different scene.