Inflammation Hunting- What Does It Mean? | Ep 328
The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast
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Break the Cycle of Antibiotics for Gut Health
Chronic antibiotic use can severely diminish beneficial gut bacteria, leading to a suppressed immune system and increased vulnerability to infections. This can create a detrimental cycle where the lack of healthy bacteria continues to leave the individual open to further infections, necessitating more antibiotics. Low levels of beneficial bacteria such as acromancia can compromise gut barrier integrity, contributing to conditions like leaky gut. Additionally, elevated levels of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) indicate inflammation, particularly in the context of leaky gut, further complicating the individual's health challenges.
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