Why you shouldn't drink from a smelly bottle

According to the AARP organization, Drinking from a smelly bottle can be harmful to your health, as the accumulated bacteria cause stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and other illnesses. .

If you cannot eliminate the unpleasant odors, it is best to discard the bottle and replace it with a new one. .

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Staying hydrated is essential for the body and doing so safely preserves your well-being .

How to remove bad smells from drinking water bottles?

The main tip to avoid unpleasant odors in these bottles is to clean them regularly. Ocean Bottle explains that, regardless of the material, the procedure for washing them is as follows :

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1. Rinse the bottle with warm water to remove any residue.
2. Wash all components (such as the mouthpiece or straw) with hot soapy water, using a sponge or brush.
3. Rinse again with hot water to remove any soap residue.
4. Make sure to dry the bottle before using it again.

If the odors persist, there are home remedies that allow you to easily eliminate them . One of the most effective is using baking soda:

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Use two teaspoons dissolved in warm water, pour the mixture into the bottle, and let it sit overnight; this compound neutralizes unpleasant odors. Rinse the next day before using it again.

Other homemade tricks to clean bottles

• Mix equal parts white vinegar with water, put this solution in the bottle and let it sit for 30 minutes
• Use antibacterial mouthwash to disinfect and eliminate bad odors.
• It's important not to combine cleaning methods. And after applying any of them, wash the bottle thoroughly and dry it completely before storing it.
• Investing in stainless steel bottles, especially those with easy-to-disassemble and clean parts, is a recommended option to prevent the spread of bacteria.
• It should be remembered that stainless steel is a non-porous material, which means that it does not absorb odors or flavors, nor does it allow the proliferation of microorganisms with the same ease as plastic.

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