It’s easy to overlook the need to wash your water filter pitcher when you’re only ever filling it up with water. After all, how dirty can it get? But just like reusable water bottles, pitchers can be ...

Sure, a dishwasher cleans our dishes, but many people don’t realize we also need to clean this workhorse of a kitchen appliance separately as well. It’s one of those household tasks that many of us ...

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If you're noticing a funky odor or filmy residue on your dishes, then a dirty dishwasher might be the culprit. Over time, grease, food, and mineral buildup leaves behind odd smells and even bacteria.