Sports bottles are handy: Not only are they just as convenient as plastic ones, but they are better for the environment. But like every wet surface, they can harbor some bacteria. Luckily FitSugar found an easy way to clean reusable water bottles easily.


If the container is dishwasher safe, feel free to toss it in the machine. If not, rinse it with warm water and soap. Then, fill one-fifth of the bottle with white vinegar and the rest with water. Allow this to sit over night and rinse it out in the morning.


The site recommends doing this every night or at least every few days. If you find yourself in a rush, Shape Magazine suggests using a sport bottle wash for a quick clean.


You want to make sure that while you're protecting Mother Earth, you're still doing a good job at guarding yourself from germs. So be sure to give some extra TLC to your drinking container tonight.


Click through our slideshow to see more cleaning and organizing tricks. And be sure to head over to FitSugar and Shape for more information.





  • Use Straws To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bruce-lubin/clean-small-spaces_b_2989989.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">clean small spaces in your home</a>.




  • 7 Places In Your Home...


    that are <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/28/places-dirtier-than-your-toilet_n_2972129.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">dirtier than your toilet</a>.




  • Spring Cleaning: Bring More Light Into Your Home...


    by <a href="<HH--PHOTO--SPRING-CLEANING--1055321--HH>" target="_blank">dusting your lightbulbs</a>.




  • Repurpose Carabiner Locks


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/19/repurposing-idea-organize-hair-ties_n_2904191.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">organize your hair ties</a>.




  • Keep Sponges Dry...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/24/kitchen-sponges-cleaning-tip_n_2939441.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">standing it upright with a binder clip</a>.




  • Install Two Curtain Shower Rods...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/22/organizing-tip-bathroom-shower-curtain_n_2926761.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">organize your bathroom</a>.




  • Organize Your Closet...


    using <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/15/organize-closet-shower-curtain-hooks_n_2881150.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">shower curtain hooks</a>.




  • Spring Cleaning: Jumpstart Your Process...


    with <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/mail-organizing-spring-cleaning-tips_n_2813017.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">these mail organizing tips</a>.




  • Use Nail Polish...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/organize-keys-nail-polish_n_2823609.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">mark your keys and prevent losing track of them</a>.




  • Prevent A Garbage Leak...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/12/repurposing-idea-newspaper-garbage-leaks_n_2857454.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">lining the bottom of your trashcan with newspaper</a>.




  • Organize Your Pantry...


    with these stress-free <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/05/stress-free-pantry-organizing-tips_n_2813155.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">organizing tips by 'A Bowl Full Of Lemons' blogger</a>.




  • Use Mustard To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/26/remove-odors-from-bottles-mustard_n_2762496.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">clean out bottles</a> with persistent odors.




  • Turkey Basters Can Help You...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/19/easy-way-water-plants_n_2713758.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">water your plants</a>.




  • Unstick Drawers Using...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/12/unstick-drawers-soap_n_2665889.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">a bar of soap</a>.




  • Juice Cartons Can Help You


    make nifty <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/10/magazine-storage-juice-carton_n_2638332.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">magazine storage</a>.




  • Use Tennis Balls To...


    make your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/08/make-pillows-fluffy_n_2627392.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">pillows fluffy again</a>.




  • Flour Can Help You...


    clean <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/06/clean-stainless-steel-appliances_n_2627061.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">stainless steel appliance</a>s.




  • Paint Rollers Can...


    help you <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/04/easiest-way-dust-ceiling-fan_n_2608779.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">dust a ceiling fan</a>.




  • Use A Pumice Stone To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/31/remove-rust-stains-toilet-pumice_n_2585176.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">remove rust stains</a> from your toilet.




  • Use Vanilla To...


    make your home <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/30/clean-your-oven-vanilla_n_2578038.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">smell like cookies</a> all day.




  • Plants Can Help You...


    as <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bruce-lubin/air-purifier-home_b_2564343.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">air purifiers at home</a>.




  • Use Magazine Perfume Strips...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/27/deodorize-your-home-perfume-strips_n_2558250.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">deodorize your home</a>.




  • Clean Your Winter Gear


    How often should you <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/25/how-often-wash-scarves_n_2544105.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">wash scarves, gloves and hats</a>?




  • Tea Leaves Can Help You...


    eliminate <a href="
    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/24/eliminate-litter-box-odors-tea-leaves_n_2536950.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">litter box odors</a>.




  • Use Dryer Sheets To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/23/dust-baseboards-with-dryer-sheets_n_2529663.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">keep dust baseboards clean</a>.




  • Tea Leaves Can Help You ...


    eliminate <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/24/eliminate-litter-box-odors-tea-leaves_n_2536950.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">litter box odors</a>.




  • Clean The Oven Knobs


    They're kind of <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/20/clean-oven-knobs_n_2511636.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">gross</a>.




  • Socks Can Help You...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/18/protect-your-floors-when-moving-furniture_n_2499159.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">protect floors from scratches</a> when moving furniture.




  • Use Twine To...


    polish forks <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/17/polish-silver-fork-tines_n_2491747.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">between the tines</a>.




  • Organize Your Cleaning Supplies...


    using a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/16/organize-cleaning-supplies-tip_n_2481678.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning
    " target="_hplink">hanging shoeholder</a>.




  • Facial Wipes Can Help You...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/15/remove-paint-from-floor_n_2473759.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">remove paint stains</a> on the floor.




  • Bathroom Items That Expire


    Browse through these <a href="
    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/11/bathroom-items-you-should-throw-away_n_2450633.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">surprising bathroom items that have expiration dates</a>.




  • Gatorade Can Help You...


    clean your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/11/clean-a-toilet-bowl-gatorade_n_2451993.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">toilet bowls</a>.




  • Use A Toothbrush...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/10/clean-your-cheese-grater-toothbrush_n_2443051.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">clean your cheese grater</a>.




  • Clean Your Credit Card


    It's one <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/09/clean-your-credit-card_n_2435500.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">dirty little thing</a>.




  • Use Peanut Butter...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/08/remove-sticky-price-tag-peanut-butter_n_2415955.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">remove sticky price tags</a>.




  • Reuse a Tissue Box...


    as a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/06/reuse-tissue-box-garbage_n_2412713.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">garbage bin</a>.




  • How To Clean Your Vacuum


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/04/clean-your-vacuum_n_2405516.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">Check and clean your vacuum</a> without making a mess.




  • Use Cheerios to...


    clean your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/03/clean-a-coffee-grinder-cheerios_n_2398476.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning#slide=1934509" target="_hplink">coffee grinder</a>.




  • How To Remove Champagne Stains


    Don't let it ruin your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/30/remove-champagne-stains-new-years_n_2357386.html">New Year's Eve</a>!




  • Use Wood Ashes To...


    remove <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/28/remove-oil-stains-wood-ashes_n_2357019.html">oil stains</a> on cement.




  • Use Hand Sanitizer To...


    remove <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/23/remove-ink-stains-hand-sanitizer_n_2342592.html">ink stains</a> from fabric.




  • Orange Peels Can...


    make your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/21/make-a-fire-with-orange-peel_n_2341323.html">fire smell even better</a> this winter.




  • Clean Your Dog's Toys


    Make sure you aren't exposing <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/20/clean-dog-toys_n_2332160.html">your best friend</a> to any harmful chemicals.




  • Use A Hairdryer To...


    remove <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/19/remove-water-marks-from-wood-hair-dryer_n_2319537.html">water marks</a> from wood surfaces.




  • Clean Your Keyboard With...


    a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/18/clean-a-keyboard-post-it_n_2313185.html">Post-It note</a>?




  • Use A Tennis Ball To...


    remove <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/16/remove-scuff-marks-from-vinyl-flooring_n_2301501.html">scuff marks</a> from vinyl flooring.




  • How To Clean A Light Switch


    It's the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/14/clean-a-light-switch_n_2294132.html">dirtiest part in your home</a>, so make sure you're cleaning it thoroughly!




  • Remove Gum From A Carpet...


    with <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/12/how-to-remove-gum-from-a-carpet_n_2280505.html">plastic bags</a> filled with ice




  • Use A Safety Pin To...


    reduce<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/11/how-to-reduce-static-cling_n_2273144.html"> static cling </a>on your clothes.




  • Remove Mold From Your Bathtub...


    with this <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/06/how-to-remove-mold-bath-tub_n_2253611.html">beauty salon product</a>.





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