Germs are not for sharing

'Tis the season for germs and colds! You can't be too careful when it comes to staying healthy. Here are some germ mythbusters that will help you not just during cold season, but during any season.

1. Myth: Toilet seats are really bad. False. You won't catch STD's from a toilet seat. Urine is sterile, so you won't get bacteria from it. Most germs are on surfaces around the toilet.

2. Myth: Flip flops protect you from germs at the gym. False. They don't protect you from pools of water. Don't touch the walls and the floors of the shower, they are filthy.

3. Myth: 5 second rule is okay. False. 1 second is enough time for bacteria and germs to latch onto the food.

4. Myth: Recycled airplane air is really bad. False. The plane has the air recycled through a filter and is actually healthier than the air is office buildings. The reason you get sicker easily is because of the close quarters. Be careful of surfaces on the plane or wipe your area with antibacterial wipes.

5. Myth: Kitchen sponges clean counters best. False. The sponge holds onto bacteria and actually spreads more germs. Use wipes or paper towels.

6. Myth: Makeup testers are safe to use. False. Eye makeup and lipstick are the worst. You can get pink eye or oral herpes. Use disposable applicators or just take a chance and purchase the product.