Formosa News
Date: 2018/10/18

Antibiotics are prescribed as a matter of course by physicians for many medical procedures and illnesses, but their misuse can have deadly consequences. A new study shows that when rats are given antibiotics high enough to clear out all the bacteria in their digestive tracts, their risk of dying after a heart attack is 100%. That’s because antibiotics disrupt the production of short chain fatty acids, which the body needs to repair itself after a heart attack. Researchers say the best approach with antibiotics is to use them sparingly.

They’re used for ailments, big and small. From treating the common cold to blocking bacterial growth during chemo, antibiotics are prescribed by doctors for fast results, and that can lead to their misuse.    [FULL  STORY]