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Oct. 15 - Researchers at the University of Illinois say the so-called "5-Second Rule" isn't a myth.  They say when you drop food on the floor, it's still safe to eat if you pick it up within five seconds.

That's because it takes at least that long for germs to devour dropped food. Sticky food though, will pick up bacteria faster than dry food.

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[henryli]

also seen on episode 39 of MythBusters. only the best show evarr.

[lil_wizowski]

interesting facts i must say

[ratwar]

While a light dusying may not work, one that removed the outer layer of the food that was being dusted would make the food safe to eat. Provided that the hand doing the dusting was clean.