The over-under debate on which way to hang toilet paper has been raging for decades, and everyone seems to have their own opinion on it. Believe it or not, there is actually a “right” way to hang toilet paper, and doing it this way could improve your overall health in a big way!

A recent study conducted by the University of Colorado found that hanging your toilet paper the wrong way can make people sick, lead to lawsuits, and worker’s compensation payments. This study came to the conclusion that even the cleanest public restrooms are covered in dangerous bacteria that could make you very sick.

Researchers at the school found 19 groups of bacteria on the doors, floors, soap dispenser, faucet handles, and toilets of these bathrooms. They also found e.coli, which comes from human feces, around the toilet. E.coli can lead to numerous health problems, including food poisoning.

If toilet paper is hung “under,” your fingers could come in contact with the wall, which can cause you to become contaminated with e.coli. On top of that, if the toilet paper roll is hung “under,” someone’s hands may come in contact with the top of the toilet paper as they’re trying to grab what they need.

This is why hanging the toilet paper “over” is indeed the right way!

If you want to prevent yourself and your family members from getting sick, be sure to hang your toilet paper “over!” SHARE this story so your friends and family can see this useful piece of information as well!