Fridge and P aeruginosa

Question

Hello, I am considering buying an "American fridge" with cold water and ice. Is there a greater risk of infection with P aeruginosa than in a conventional fridge if my child is using cold water and ice ?

Answer

Hello,
The "American fridge" has advantages for food preservation with the system of ventilated cold called "no-frost”. It allows a homogeneous distribution of the cold in all compartments. That’s the reason why it consumes more energy than a regular refrigerator.
These devices also have comforts such as fresh water dispenser, ice cubes and crushed ice. This requires that the refrigerator is connected to a water supply. Direct connections are of course to advise in your situation to avoid the risk of contaminate water (the manually filled bottles should be avoided).
Compared to a conventional refrigerator, the only possible risk would be the water filter that must be changed regularly. For this I refer you to the question about "water filter" that you find on this site.
A little advice on hydration: prefer to drink cool (12-15 °) but never frozen. One too cold drink can disturb digestion and cause digestive disorders. The chilled water is absorbed more slowly.
I hope these tips will inform your choice.
Cordially
Marythé Kerbrat

28.02.2012