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There are a lot of wooden spoons out there, and Le says oak, pine, walnut, birch, and maple all have very good antimicrobial properties. Oak spoons are the "best against growing microbes," Le adds.

Choose spoons made of hardwood, avoid using them with uncooked meat or eggs and ensure they completely dry after a soapy wash.