ChemGal
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Yeah, the GF vs. cleaning are separate issues, although similar if you start to assume everything in the fridge and pantry has the virus on it.I agree - it can be excessive - in my view. People will ultimately do what makes most sense to them. Weighing out the likelihood of transmission by various vectors - eg via food packaging vs the extent of effort to clean will tip the balance for some. Time since packaging/prep is also a consideration. The virus does not last (as far as we know) forever on surfaces.
I think gluten-free prep is a separate issue - gluten is either there or not - doesn't go away after a bit as the virus does. Some people can tolerate a bit - others none at all. So different methods for different people.
I'm thinking maybe fridge/freezer stuff, especially items which aren't just used once. Longer half-life when cold.
I didn't think I would take things to that point, but it seems like some who aren't even in a high risk group are. Today when I was at my phototherapy appointment I saw quite a few people wearing masks, and not just for the medical buildings in the parking lot.
There's the other side though - managing all my health well. Picking up groceries, wiping them all down and then putting even just the cold needed stuff away, that's a lot to do. I also have to consider what Chemguy will see as reasonable or is at least willing to do.