Antibiotics Causing Painful Stomach Problems? Try This.
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted May 16, 2022
Dear Living Well Daily Readers,
Are you one of those folks who gets stomach problems every time you take an antibiotic?
If so, you’re not alone.
Whether it’s stomachaches, nausea, gas, or diarrhea dealing with painful stomach issues can make you feel even more sick as you’re trying to get better!
Now, scientists are getting closer to understanding why these reactions might be happening… as well as an easy way to prevent them.
Many readers think I’m against antibiotics… but that’s not the whole truth.
I think antibiotics are one of the best gifts we were ever given: they save lives!
The problem is mainstream doctors use antibiotics too much.
A patient comes in with a virus and the doctor hands them antibiotics, even if they aren’t that sick. Or perhaps, in a different case, the doctor has no idea what to do for a patient, yet he still prescribes an antibiotic.
But what happens if your stomach suffers when you take them?
A new study in the journal iScience found that a certain beneficial gut bacterium called Ruminococcaceae is especially sensitive to the antibiotic amoxicillin-clavulanate, a very common prescription used to treat pneumonia and urinary tract infections.
As it turns out, people in the study who had diarrhea after taking amoxicillin-clavulanate also had much lower levels of the bacteria Ruminococcaceae because it had been destroyed by the antibiotic.
While you can search for a probiotic that contains Ruminococcaceae, that may not be necessary.
All the bacteria in your gut (and there are a lot) work together. Taking a good quality probiotic may help to restore Ruminococcaceae without ever taking those specific bacteria…
All while alleviating your stomach pain symptoms, too!
The key here is to make sure that every time you have to take an antibiotic, you make sure you are also taking a good quality probiotic.
P.S. If you suffer from chronic stomach issues like irritable bowel syndrome, you need to see this.
SOURCE:
Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology. “Study sheds light on antibiotics-associated diarrhea.” 2/11/2022. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2022-02-antibiotics-associated-diarrhea.html
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
View More Free Articles
Tasty Hack SUPERCHARGES Gut Health
One day, we’ll look back at our discovery of the nervous system in our guts in much the same way as other giant leaps in medicine like germ theory, vaccinations, and antibiotics. Knowing it exists and how important it is has changed EVERYTHING. We now understand that the enteric nervous system, or our “second brain”...
BRIGHT IDEA Stops Colon Cancer in Its Tracks
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, One thing no one ever thinks to warn you about a cancer diagnosis is the RUSH. While you’re still trying to process the news that you have cancer, you’re already asked to make decisions about your treatments. You’re told there’s no time to waste. And warned delays could lead to...
MAILBAG: The Startling Truth About Sugar
“I’m diabetic and I don’t quite understand the differences in sugar. There’s sugar you make cookies with but also fruits have sugar. Can I have fruits even though they have sugar too?” – Annette, from Helen, GA Hi Annette, For something that seems so simple, sugar sure gets complicated very quickly. That table sugar you...
Prostate Cancer Treatment MAKES WAVES (Side-Effect-Free!)
I’m not going to pull any punches here. Getting a prostate cancer diagnosis is downright terrifying. And that’s especially true because for YEARS there weren’t any remarkable advancements in the treatments for this cancer. Watchful waiting (active surveillance) was the best we could do for men with small tumors that didn’t appear aggressive. And for...
Top COVID Symptoms Have Changed (SURPRISING!)
We’ve lived with COVID-19 for nearly three years now. That means we KNOW what it looks like, right? Wrong. The dominant COVID strain infecting people today doesn’t look exactly like the one that infected people last year. The virus is constantly changing. And so are the symptoms when you catch it. Different COVID strains appear...
NSAID Pain Relievers: A SHOCKING Discovery
My excellent editor told me the other day that she gave in and took some naproxen for her psoriatic arthritis pain. And she’s not alone. Occasionally even people who are passionate about natural medicine turn to over-the-counter or prescription drugs for pain relief. After all, joint pain can be downright debilitating. But before you reach...
Fake Meat Hiding a Dangerous Secret? (Study)
People ask me all the time what I think about meat substitutes. My reply is simple: “They’re junk!” The labels claim that these fake meats are better for your health and the environment. But nothing could be further from the truth… If you’re a regular Living Well Daily reader, you know I’m constantly warning you...
Simple Trick Dramatically Slows Memory Loss
Ask a group of middle-aged people about their biggest fear, and they will almost universally say, “losing their minds.” And I agree. The thought of my precious memories fading away is at the top of MY “no thanks” list. But just wanting your brain to be healthy isn’t enough. You have to work at protecting...
MAILBAG: The DISTURBING Truth About Alzheimer's Drugs
“What’s your take on the drugs for Alzheimer’s?” – Timothy, from Bel Air, MD Hi Timothy, Let me make it simple: They’re junk. You’ve seen the breathless headlines, I’m sure. After all, they’re almost impossible to ignore! They make exciting claims like “New breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Treatment Is a Game Changer!” or “FINALLY an Alzheimer’s...
Don't Start Your Dishwasher Until You Read THIS
For YEARS, modern medicine essentially ignored the gastrointestinal tract. Sure, it’s where you digest and absorb your food. But that was the end of the story. They were clueless about how intertwined our digestive system is with our OVERALL well-being. We now understand our gut is so closely linked to our health that it’s impossible...