Dangers of selection pressures (was Re: SC - Greetings!)

[Brenna]

jeffrey stewart heilveil wrote:

> I hate to rain on parades, but overuse of antibacterials selects for
> strains of bacteria that won't be killed by it.  This is much the same as
> when we "breed" pesticide resistant pests.  The only thing is that it
> happens faster here with a much higher level of killing power and a much
> faster generation time in bacteria.  While it is wonderful to be able to
> have cleaner hands, do be careful what seed you soe.
>
> Bogdan

Very true, my lord, but unless you can soak your hands in bleach (still the best
way to kill the germies) or 180 degree water, the soap is still the best way to
go for us humans.  Washing all of your equipment in bleach and hot water is a
great way to go and thoroughly cooking all your food is important as well.  If
you can't get hot water, wash your equipment and soak it in boiling water on the
stove.  Remember to let the bleach evaporate before using the equipment again.
Bleach is still a poison for a few hours.  Make sure to scrub all fruits and
veggies and make sure all milk and juices are pasturized.  Do all that, and you
may avoid food poisoning, unless you eat out and get undercooked chicken or
dishes that are not properly sanitized (my two bouts with food poisoning right
there).  It's always a gamble, but you still have to do whatever you can to
protect yourself.

Brenna of Lyonsbane

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