chronic inflammation ↔ antibiotics

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The long-term use of antibiotics is identified as a factor that can exacerbate or trigger body-wide chronic inflammation by disrupting the gut microbiome, as described in [1], [2], and [3].

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Chronic Inflammation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf ncbi.nlm.nih.gov National Library of Medicine 2 facts

claimThe use of antibiotics, antacids, and NSAIDs should be minimized because they can harm the gut microbiome, causing inflammation in intestinal walls known as leaky gut, which releases toxins and triggers body-wide chronic inflammation.

claimMinimizing the intake of antibiotics, antacids, and NSAIDs is recommended to prevent chronic inflammation because these substances can harm the gut microbiome, causing inflammation in intestinal walls known as leaky gut, which releases toxins and triggers body-wide inflammation.

Chronic Inflammation: How to Test For it and Prevent it medichecks.com Medichecks 2 facts

claimLong-term use of antibiotics, antacids, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen can exacerbate chronic inflammation and diseases.

procedureTo reduce chronic inflammation, individuals should: (1) eat anti-inflammatory foods such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, nuts, and seeds; (2) reduce or remove packaged and ultra-processed foods containing saturated and trans fats; (3) consult a doctor regarding long-term use of antibiotics, antacids, and NSAIDs; (4) exercise regularly to maintain weight and support immune function; (5) sleep seven to eight hours to stimulate human growth hormones and testosterone; and (6) manage stress to maintain the body's ability to regulate inflammatory response.