Brewing coffee at home saves time and money. With Trump’s tariffs causing coffee prices to spike even higher than those of other grocery items, it’s especially important to find small ways to trim that monthly spend.
If you use an easy, automatic pod coffee maker, we have an uncomfortable question for you: When was the last time you cleaned your Keurig?
This is a no-judgement zone. But a coffee maker that’s not getting cleaned is a harbor for bacteria, grime and mold. Let it go on long enough, and that buildup can actually put your health at risk.
“Keurig Sickness” is a real phenomenon — confirmed by Snopes. The warm, moist environment inside is a veritable breeding ground for stuff you really don’t want to be drinking, and ingesting mold can have serious health implications.
The good news? It’s completely preventable.
Regular descaling and washing of removable parts will extend your machine’s life and prevent your morning
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