Are Wood Cutting Boards Healthier Than Plastic?
                                
                                
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                                According to a surprising 1993 study by the University of Wisconsin, bacteria placed on a wooden cutting board died off significantly faster than on plastic, a finding that challenged conventional wisdom for decades. So, are wood cutting boards healthier and safer than their plastic counterparts, or has new research changed the picture?