Good News / Bad News: The Truth about AntibioticsNumerous research studies, even congressional hearings, have concluded that 40 – 60% of all antibiotics prescribed are unnecessary. Antibiotics are only effective for bacterial infections and are useless for aiding symptoms of cold or flu. Not only are they ineffective – they can make you more susceptible to more virulent strains of harmful bacteria. Several things happen when antibiotics are always given at the first sign of infection.
The trillions of beneficial bacteria of the intestinal tract suffer immeasurably under the impact of antibiotics. To maintain these essential elements it is important to supplement the diet with live active bacteria cultures both during and after antibiotic therapy. In short eat at least one serving per day of yogurt with live active cultures. When buying the yogurt it will have a stamp on it saying it contains live active cultures – if you don’t see that on the label – it won’t be inside either. Any flavor is good. Make sure the antibiotics are REALLY necessary. Have a culture made of the area involved. This will identify the specific bacteria and allow for the recommendation of the proper drug. However, when antibiotics are necessary, nutritional support is necessary! Get that yogurt with live active cultures and enjoy every bite!
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