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ericthec's review against another edition
3.0
This is an educational and entertaining book essentially about microbiology and how we are so bad at avoiding germs
red_reads27's review against another edition
5.0
Easy to read, easy to understand, and extremely informative. I’ve learned a lot and gained a few new practices to better protect my health (and the health of others around me)!
marielouise17's review against another edition
4.0
Wish there was something about how we fight off bacteria, viruses, etc.
robinsbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Some parts were interesting but the scientific explanations were a little too detailed for my tastes. I tended to skim over the "whys" and "how it was determined" and get straight to the "but should I..." parts. It's a bit like the TV show Mythbusters but not as entertaining and nothing gets blown up.
The bottom line is if you think something has bacteria on it, it probably does (floor, carpet, menus, birthday cake after the candles are blown out) so just be extra careful. And if you want to save yourself a few bucks or reading hours, I'll tell you there is no "5-second rule" or "1-second" for that matter. If you drop something on the floor, throw it away. You're welcome.
The bottom line is if you think something has bacteria on it, it probably does (floor, carpet, menus, birthday cake after the candles are blown out) so just be extra careful. And if you want to save yourself a few bucks or reading hours, I'll tell you there is no "5-second rule" or "1-second" for that matter. If you drop something on the floor, throw it away. You're welcome.
neuroqueer's review against another edition
The information is solid and understandable but it felt dry.
nyearthmama's review against another edition
Not funny, too many scientific details.
ryansiriwardene's review against another edition
4.0
I feel more paranoid after finishing this book, the conclusion didnt soothe my paranoia
mmmmgreen's review against another edition
4.0
Very interesting book! From the labs at Clemson University came this disgusting look into double-dipping, beer pong, hand washing, and the like. I must admit my eyes kind of glazed over at the scientific parts but I was riveted by the results. There is such a thing as urine and fecal mist. Ewwww!!
autumnadrift's review
3.0
Entertaining and accessible book on the science of the five second rule and other myths involving what we eat.
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