In Episode 8 of The Luke Coutinho Show, we dive into how antibiotics impact your gut and overall health. While they can be life-saving, antibiotics may disrupt your gut microbiome and weaken immunity. Learn how to manage their side effects and protect your health during and after treatment.
Here's what we cover:
Why antibiotics can both help and harm
How they deplete key vitamins (B-complex, K2, D) and minerals (magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc)
Effects on the gut-brain axis and mood
Food-based strategies to restore your body
Smart supplement use and why multivitamins may backfire
Probiotics vs. prebiotics for gut recovery
Best timing for supplements to avoid interference
And much more…