Wood vs Plastic Cutting Boards Revealed | Australia News

Cutting boards aren’t just for chopping—they’re a battleground for bacteria, microplastics, and kitchen safety. Wood may harbor microbes but lets them dry out and die, while plastic is easy to sanitize… until knife grooves trap germs and shed microplastics into your food. New 2023 research links plastic boards to dietary microplastics, possibly disrupting gut health. Experts say separate boards for meat and produce are non-negotiable, and if you’re worried about plastic particles, switch to wood or metal—even if knives dull faster. Clean, replace, and choose wisely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0a8b97718fe6a63a