Cleaning wood cutting boards with lemon and salt: Does it work?
The citric and ascorbic acid in lemon juice can remove other acidic stains, such as pigmented fruit or coffee, according to a science-focused"DIY Cleaning with Citrus" article published by Limoneira, one of the largest lemon producers in North America."The acids in lemons and other citrus fruits make them good choices for cleaning cutting boards, knives, plates, and other surfaces that come into contact with acidic stains," Limoneira’s cleaning guide states.
The acids in lemon juice can help minimize bacteria and odor on wood cutting boards and other kitchen tools. It's reportedly a stronger cleaning agent when combined with salt. Lemons have antibacterial properties that"create a hostile environment" where many types of bacteria cannot thrive, including salmonella, E. coli and more.Limoneira states that the acids in lemon juice neutralize odors and are ideal for freshening up surfaces that have touched pungent ingredients, such as"With fish, for example, the odor is called by chemicals called amines. They react to the citric acid in lemon juice and form salts," Limoneira’s cleaning guide states.
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