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What Does Low Microbial Mean?

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According to the National Institutes of Health, a standard cup of clean water in a natural environment might contain over a million bacteria, yet we routinely aim for much lower microbial levels in processed food and drinking water. This illustrates a key principle: the meaning and desirability of a 'low microbial' state are highly dependent on the context.