NUTRITION
NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
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about 30 seconds
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2 minutes
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about 10 seconds
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Nonetheless, evidence suggests that washing hands for about 15-30 seconds removes more germs from hands than washing for shorter periods 15, 17, 18.
Detailed explanation-2: -Scientific studies show that you need to scrub for 20 seconds to remove harmful germs and chemicals from your hands. If you wash for a shorter time, you will not remove as many germs. Make sure to scrub all areas of your hands, including your palms, backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your fingernails.
Detailed explanation-3: -If hands are soiled, wash hands with soap and water for 40-60 seconds. You may use hand sanitizer or chlorinated water, if soap and water are not available. Wet hands with water. Apply enough soap to cover all hand surfaces.
Detailed explanation-4: -The hand washing process should take approximately 20 seconds. Washing your hands properly is one of the most important things you can do to keep microorganisms from contaminating food.