Why your wire-bristle grill brush is risky for your health and what safer alternatives you should use

Grilling season brings a hidden danger: wire-bristle brushes. These brushes shed tiny metal pieces that can stick to grills and end up in food, causing severe internal injuries if swallowed. The CDC warns of hospitalizations and fatalities. Safer alternatives include bristle-free brushes, steam cleaning, natural agents like lemon juice and baking soda, pumice stones, and even onions.

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