9. Ditch Antibacterial Soap to be Healthier
News media has done damage by sensationalizing the risks caused by bacteria and perpetuating the myth that “anti-bacterial” substances are “healthier”. Unfortunately, long-term exposure to some ingredients in anti-bacterial soaps and hand sanitizers, such as triclosan, may pose potential health risks like bacterial resistance or hormonal effects, according to a 2013 statement issued by the FDA.