6 Dangers Of Antibiotic Use

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Mar 4

Written By Tara Gregorio

Antibiotics Dangers

You've heard the rumors... we are facing an epidemic of antibiotic resistance.

Wouldn't it be great if your doctor had other suggestions when you visited them for your child's symptoms?

Think about this for a moment, if antibiotics don't always work and they are causing other health problems, what are we to do?

It all boils down to this.

Was your child born via c-section?
Have they had 1+ round of antibiotics?
Are they struggling with their digestion?
Do they have Atopic conditions like allergies, eczema, and asthma?

If you answered yes to one of the questions above, you may want to be concerned.

The reality is, our children may need a round or two of antibiotics while they build their immunity; especially if they are in daycare or the public school system.

But, what if you knew how to use natural remedies to reduce the amount of exposure your child is receiving from antibiotic use?

What if you knew how to heal your child's gut, so they wouldn't have these symptoms and fear of antibiotics not working?

Here's my promise to you.

By the end of this post, you'll understand why we need to rethink antibiotics and consider integrating natural remedies to boost your child's immunity for years to come.

95% of clinicians prescribe antibiotics even when they are not absolutely sure they are needed. - Dr. Aviva Romm

6 Dangers Of Antibiotic Use

1. Antibiotic Resistance

One of the biggest threats to our global health today is antibiotic resistance, the World Health Organization suggests."Bacteria, not humans or animals, become antibiotic-resistant.

These bacteria may infect humans and animals, and the infections they cause are harder to treat than those caused by non-resistant bacteria." ¹Bacterial infections need antibiotics and if you overuse them, they may not work when you need them most. According to the CDC, "Each year in the U.S., at least 2 million people get an antibiotic-resistant infection, and at least 23,000 people die." Source

We have to consider reducing antibiotics and integrating natural remedies.

2. Food Intolerances (gluten/dairy)

If you haven't heard the word microbiome yet, get ready to learn more.
These communities of gut flora run from our mouth to our anus and affect our weight, mood, mental health, and even our immunity. One of the ways we damage this flora is through yup, you guessed it, antibiotics.
And, children born via c-section are already compromised due to the one dose of antibiotics mom gets before surgery. If you're planning a C-section, consider Vaginal seeding to protect your child's gut flora.
When your child's microbiome is affected, they may have difficulty digesting gluten and dairy – some of the top inflammatory foods we consume.
One way around this is to try Goat's milk formula or for the mom to take dairy out of her diet if breastfeeding. Also, mom may want to take a digestive enzyme to help her digest the milk.

Cause of Leaky Gut Syndrome

3. Leaky Gut Syndrome

Leaky gut, also known as increased intestinal permeability, is a digestive condition in which bacteria and toxins are able to “leak” through the intestinal wall causing headaches, food intolerances, allergies, and joint pain in our child's health.

Medications that lead to Leaky Gut Syndrome In Kids:

Antibiotics
Steroids
NSAIDS
Acid reducing medication

If your child is taking these medications regularly, you may want to consider the 4R approach. Read more about Leaky Gut Syndrom in kids Here.

4. Clostridium difficile

The leading cause of deaths in the hospital, Clostridium difficile or C. diff. is a bacterium that is normally present in the body in small numbers. When they are out of balance with the rest of your gut bacteria – due to antibiotic use or a compromised immune system, they may cause an infection and result in diarrhea.
This bacteria produces a toxin that causes inflammation of the colon and results in varying degrees of diarrhea, sometimes a bloody stool, and could potentially lead to death.
Often, children with a compromised immune system have the greatest risk of getting C. Diff. If your child has a bloody stool, please have it checked immediately for C. Diff.C. diff can go hand in hand with Celiac disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease; please have your child checked if you suspect they have C. Diff.
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your doctor may suggest an antibiotic or to take the probiotic Saccharomyces Boulardi daily to replenish your gut flora. Read more here.

5. Eczema

An inflammatory skin condition, Eczema, affects 1 in 5 children and is increasing each year. Known as 'the itch that rashes' typically begins with the itch and ends with red, scaly skin. You may also have rough bumps, thick patches, or bumps that leak fluid and crust over. Those with Atopic dermatitis typically have a food allergy to wheat, dairy, peanuts, or nuts.

Why is this happening? 3 reasons.

Their microbiome is out of balance – possibly due to medications either from mom or baby
The child or Mom has an inflammatory diet or a food allergy
Environmental toxins

What can you do for Eczema?

Address any gut imbalances in the mom's or child's diet.
Consider healing your or your child's gut with the 4R approach. Read more about the 4R approach.
Cover the skin with a botanical cream like Calendula.

6. MRSA

MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections generally begin as skin infections.
The bacterium invades the skin through an open sore, cut, or scrape. For children, the most common source of infection is a simple cut or abrasion. MRSA is different from other staph bacteria because it has built up a resistance to most of the antibiotics doctors usually use to treat staph infections.

What can you do about antibiotic resistance?

Encourage your children to wash their hands with just soap and water, NOT antibacterial soap.
Eat grass-fed, antibiotic-free meat, and dairy to reduce exposure to antibiotics.
Consider eating less meat throughout the week
Use the Get Smart website to know when you need antibiotics
Learn how to use botanicals and homeopathy to reduce antibiotics.
Consider having a doula at your next birth to reduce your rate of a C-section
If you have a C-section planned, consider Vaginal Seeding or adding an infant probiotic when breastfeeding.
Express your want to avoid antibiotics
Learn how to heal your child's gut with the 4R approach if they are presenting with Leaky Gut symptoms

Conclusion

Learning how to use herbal and homeopathic medicine can help reduce your child’s medications and help heal their gut so that if they need antibiotics, it will work for them.

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