Learn why washing raw meat actually spreads germs, and how to easily prepare chicken and other proteins the safe way.

When it comes to prepping food, you probably think washing everything is the way to go. It seems like a no-brainer, right? After all, cleanliness is next to deliciousness—or something like that. But ...

Some wash chicken before they cook it, but does it make it any safer? Your grandmother always washed her chicken, your mother taught you to wash chicken and it just feels logical that washing meat ...

Studies show washing raw chicken may spread harmful bacteria—but the real risks depend on what’s happening in your kitchen. No, you probably shouldn't wash your chicken. Studies have shown that it is ...