It's no secret that antibiotics are an incredible and often life-saving innovation. These powerful, fast-acting drugs fight unfriendly bacteria that cause infections—but do they have a dark side? Current research suggests the answer is yes. Since antibiotics kill both beneficial and harmful bacteria, they can cause significant damage to the gut microbiome, potentially leading to chronic illness. And overuse of antibiotics can create drug-resistant superbugs that have become a global health concern. The good news is, we can support the microbiome during and after antibiotic use with tools like diet, lifestyle, and the right probiotics to offset their negative long-term effects. In this post, we’ll:Walk through the major changes antibiotics cause in your microbiomeDemystify how long it takes to restore good bacteria after antibioticsCover how to restore gut health after antibiotics.Understanding the impact of antibiotic use and recoveryWhen we use antibiotics for infection, our gut micro...
