Flushing the toilet is a routine part of daily life, but according to medical professional Dr Jen Caudle, many of us might be doing it wrong. Dr Caudle advises her followers to close the toilet lid before flushing, revealing a rather unsettling reason behind this suggestion. When you flush, not only does it send your business down the drain, but it also releases particles into the air, which is filled with bacteria. The medical expert claims that engineers from the University of Colorado discovered that a typical toilet generates a strong upward jet of air during flushing, carrying particles up to five feet above the bowl. These particles may include germs, viruses, bacteria and other substances, highlighting the importance of closing the lid for a cleaner bathroom environment.
She explained, “The right way is to close the toilet seat when you’re flushing even at home, especially at home, where you live with other people very likely, even if you don’t, it’s still a good idea, you don’t want bacteria germs and stuff to be on the things in your home. Now you might be saying ‘well, what do we do when we’re out in public,’ a lot of public restrooms do not have tops on the toilets so I know it’s a bit of a conundrum. So you know what I say here I say flush and run."
The straightforward advice regarding closing the toilet lid before flushing struck a chord with many social media users who could relate to the importance of this hygiene practice.
A user shared, “There’s another thing you could do when out although it’s a little time consuming. You could lay toilet paper across the toilet seat before flushing, theoretically acting as a net catching the plume and avoiding potential running and falling."
Another wrote, “When I get to the restroom, I literally flush and run to the corner."
“My grandmother told me this around sixty years ago. Not something I’ve always followed, but it makes good common sense," a comment read.
An individual wrote, ‘This is why I do not have my toothbrush near my toilet and I keep it in the shower covered with the shower door closed most days. Thank You for sharing. I’ve been telling people this for years."
A user suggested, “Flush and put the lid down and then turn on your air. That enclosed the bathroom door so you can wash your hands in the sink and the kitchen."
Ever since Dr Jen Caudle shared the video on YouTube, it has been getting attention for all the right reasons.
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