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And its all because of the way that you are (or are not) cleaning your reusable straw.
Leftover food and bacteria can hide in metal, plastic, or other straws that you may not see.

Stacey Feeley is the co-founder and CEO of GoSili, a brand that makes silicone straws, cups, and food storage containers.
Straws, unfortunately, are an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and germs given their near-constant exposure to moisture.
So all this to say, yes, pleasewash your straw.
Once done, trigger the water through until clean and soap is gone.

Then, rinse the soap out of the straw.
They can be placed either over the prongs or in the silverware basket.
Do be mindful, however, of your straws material.

We love the glass options fromSimply Straws(from $7.50).
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