Share
25th October 2018
08:10am BST
The writers at Elle then went on to test yoga mats in gyms around New York and two weeks later they found Micrococcus luteus and Empedobacter brevis, which are both dangerous but only if you are immunosuppressed.
However, there are also risks of finding streptococcus bacteria, ringworm and athlete's foot lurking on your yoga mat, and their best advice is to clean your mat with bleach diluted in water, but not too much as a waterlogged mat becomes even more of a bacterial playground.Explore more on these topics:
Top Story
This may encourage you to quit smoking in 2026 Like Bridget Jones, we’ve tried to quit smoking many, many times, but this new information from the Central Statistics Office may give us the push to quit completely. A new report by the CSO has revealed how much money you could save by sticking to your […]
5h
This may encourage you to quit smoking in 2026 Like Bridget Jones, we’ve tried to quit smoking many, many times, but this new information from the Central Statistics Office may give us the push to quit completely. A new report by the CSO has revealed how much money you could save by sticking to your […]
Health
5h
If we’re going to take up Pilates, we need to look the part This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. If you’re planning on working out more in the New Year, then Gym Plus Coffee is one place you need to check out, especially if you […]
Health
7h
You don’t have to give up booze entirely Most of us enjoy a drink every now and again, and some of us probably enjoy a drink slightly more often than this. The NHS recommends that adults don’t drink more than 14 units of alcohol a week, which is the equivalent of about seven or eight pints of normal strength […]
Health
3 days ago
Christmas can be a difficult time for many, especially those with eating disorders. While Christmas can be a happy time for some, many people dread the festive period and feel anxious as the holidays approach. This is particularly true if you or a loved one is experiencing an eating disorder. Around this time of year, […]
Health
1 week ago
How have I never thought about this before? An autopsy technician has revealed what happens if you die with a tampon still inside you. For many of us, the idea of having a tampon left in for eternity is a pretty scary thought. However, an autopsy technician has now revealed what actually happens if you […]
Health
2 weeks ago
Should the mandatory waiting period for abortions in Ireland be scrapped? The Irish Family Planning Association has confirmed there’s no scientific support behind the mandatory abortion waiting period. The IFPA revealed that 98% of their clients went on to have an abortion after an initial consultation with the IFPA between 2021 and 2024. In Ireland, […]
Health
2 weeks ago
The top Christmas gifts for your fitness-obsessed friend
Health
3 weeks ago
Over 40% of women had caesarean sections in 2024, HSE confirms
Health
1 month ago
