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Alarmingly, studies show that up to 70% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary, leading to a dangerous rise in antibiotic resistance and chronic diseases. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Josh Axe shares his personal battle with a life-threatening spinal infection and his journey towards holistic healing. Tune in to discover: Staggering statistics on antibiotic overprescription and its devastating impact on the gut microbiome and immune system The surprising link between antibiotic use and an increased risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease Nature's powerful antibiotics that combat bacterial infections without harming beneficial gut flora Dr. Axe's personal antibiotic protocol, combining probiotics, fermented foods, and cutting-edge therapies Don't miss this paradigm-shifting episode that empowers you to take control of your health and explore the vast potential of holistic healing. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between antibiotics, gut health, and overall well-being, and a treasure trove of natural remedies to support your body's innate healing capabilities. #antibiotics #naturalremedies #guthealth #probiotics #immunesystem #hyperbaricoxygentherpy #holistictreatments Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel . Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Follow Leaders Instagram Twitter Facebook Email Newsletter ------ 00:00-Why you should avoid antibiotics 05:36-The problem of over-prescribing antibiotics 09:52-Bacterial infections vs. viral infections 11:50-Side effects of over-prescribing antibiotics 14:54-Antibiotics found in meat and dairy supply 20:25-How to combat the overuse of antibiotics 25:31-Diseases and conditions that antibiotics increase risk of 29:15-Benefits of certain natural antibiotics 37:18-Dr. Axe’s specific tips and protocol ------ Links: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9142037/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4638249/#:~:text=Of%20all%20antibiotics%20sold%20in,classes%20important%20to%20human%20medicine ). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9142037/table/foods-11-01430-t002/?report=objectonly https://intermountainhealthcare.org/news/2023/03/new-intermountain-stanford-study-finds-excess-harm-from-commonly-overprescribed-antibiotics/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5542152/ https://www.who.int/news/item/26-04-2024-who-reports-widespread-overuse-of-antibiotics-in-patients--hospitalized-with-covid-19 https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(18)30889-9/fulltext https://nutritionreview.org/2016/12/practical-guide-avoiding-drug-induced-nutrient-depletion/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/09/210901090057.htm https://academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/article/10/2/186/2392131 https://aacrjournals.org/cebp/article/17/7/1564/67385/Use-of-Common-Medications-and-Breast-Cancer-Risk https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4030608/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2019.00302/full https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464619305675 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19175198/ https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/10/6/1360 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19175198/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices