That's Not Coffee Grounds in Your Cup. It's Gunk From Your Keurig

Be honest: when was the last time you actually cleaned your Keurig? If you have to think about it, I've got some bad news about that coffee you're drinking every morning. That convenient little machine is a warm, damp paradise for gunk, bacteria, and yes, mold.

Before you pop in another pod, maybe ask yourself if you really want to drink something brewed through a funky science experiment. The fix is ridiculously simple, yet most people never do it. A proper cleaning—descaling the inside, washing the removable parts—will not only save your machine from an early grave but also make your coffee not taste like a swamp.

Seriously, it takes a few minutes. Your morning coffee deserves better.

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Clean it regularly -- and properly -- and your ...