Is blowing out birthday candles actually unhygienic?
In short: A viral video has sparked a debate about the cleanliness of birthday traditions. This video examines the science behind whether blowing out candles on a cake is truly gross.
The hygiene of this common celebration depends largely on the identity of the person blowing out the candles.
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