20 Facts That Will Change the Way You Wash Your Hands

“Did you wash your hands?” You heard that question from your mom all the time—and probably thought it just yesterday at work, after Dwight from Sales came back from the men’s room. With flu season coming up, it’s a darn good question. Perhaps a better question is: Did you wash your hands right?

The truth is that the simple act of washing your hands is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of disease, and doing it correctly is key. That’s why The Remedy dug through the latest journals and medical studies to uncover 20 facts that will change the way you think about handwashing. Not only will this advice make you think twice before you do, but following it will keep you, and the world, healthier, too. Read on—and to ensure your house is safe for you and the entire family, don’t miss this essential list of 100 Ways Your Home Could be Making You Sick.