{"id":113904,"date":"2024-10-14T03:51:53","date_gmt":"2024-10-13T20:51:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=113904"},"modified":"2024-10-14T03:51:53","modified_gmt":"2024-10-13T20:51:53","slug":"what-im-eating-to-help-my-gut-after-taking-antibiotics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=113904","title":{"rendered":"What I&#8217;m Eating to Help My Gut After Taking Antibiotics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"90\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"24\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"0\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1550, 1950, 2350, 2750, 3150, 3550, 3950]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Antibiotics can be helpful for those fighting off an infection. But they are commonly prescribed to people with unexplained acne or flare ups on the skin\u2014I would know, because I was one of them.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Before I received a diagnosis of ocular rosacea\u2014which translates to chronic inflammation on my skin and eyes\u2014I was given a vague diagnosis of malar rash. The treatment? A daily dose of the antibiotic doxycycline that was consistently renewed each month, no questions asked.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Months turned into nearly a year, and I was getting used to feeling gassy, bloated and just \u201coff\u201d every night as I laid down to sleep. When I told the dermatologist I was prescribed a daily antibiotic for my malar rash that wasn\u2019t really going away, he was genuinely concerned about the toll it could have on my gut microbiome. I hadn\u2019t even considered the connection between my gut issues and the medication prescribed for my skin condition.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\">While I was given a proper diagnosis and immediately started weaning off of the antibiotics, I still felt unpleasant symptoms and not like myself weeks later. During this time, I was given an interview opportunity with gastroenterologist <a href=\"https:\/\/theplantfedgut.com\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" rel=\"nofollow\">Will Bulsiewicz, M.D.<\/a>, so I asked him a question about it during our 45-minute conversation: Why do I feel this way, and how do I get my gut health back on track?\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cThere&#8217;s actually quite a bit of research that says that a huge percentage\u2014anywhere from a third to two thirds\u2014of our antibiotic prescriptions actually are unnecessary,\u201d Bulsiewicz said. \u201cResearch has shown that with antibiotics, there&#8217;s a compromise: the antibiotic slows the recovery of your gut. It basically makes it hard for your gut to bounce back. What we want is a gut that snaps back like a rubber band.\u201d<span class=\"ql-inline-citation\" data-cite=\"1\"\/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bulsiewicz went on to explain ways I could help my gut get back to its healthy self: \u201cThe way that we accomplish this is by empowering it, by fueling it, and the way that we fuel it is through our dietary choices. That means more fiber, more variety of plants, and look, I love sugar and I will occasionally have some alcohol, but this is the period of time where we really want to avoid those things as much as we can. So reducing our sugar intake, reducing our ultra-processed food intake and trying to minimize alcohol consumption and instead empowering ourselves with things that are good for our gut.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> To say I took notes is an understatement. Since my conversation with Dr. B back in December 2023, I really have followed his recommendations and have included more veggies, less added sugar and rarely a sip of alcohol each month. Slowly but surely, I started to see positive results externally and internally, and I can finally say I\u2019m feeling like myself again.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> While this is just scratching the surface, here are some of the foods that have helped me consume more fiber and add more gut-healthy nutrients into my regular routine. These are the ingredients and dishes I love, plus recipes that are worth the try.\n<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-4-gut-healthy-things-i-ate-to-get-back-on-track\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> 4 Gut-Healthy Things I Ate To Get Back on Track <\/span> <\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-subheading mntl-sc-block-subheading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> 1. Sweet Potatoes <\/span> <\/h3>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/are-sweet-potatoes-healthy-8400304\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">Sweet potatoes<\/a> may have taken the top spot as my favorite vegetable over the last year for multiple reasons. First, they\u2019re gut-healthy in many ways: they\u2019re packed with fiber, including a type of fiber called\u00a0 resistant starch that can offer anti-inflammatory benefits, per recent research.<span class=\"ql-inline-citation\" data-cite=\"2\"\/>\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Not to mention sweet potatoes are so versatile, as they can be a warming base for a hearty meal or a delicious side. Personally, I love a simple baked sweet potato with a bit of cinnamon and a side of greens, like dressed spinach, for an easy lunch. And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/268936\/roasted-sweet-potatoes\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">Roasted Sweet Potatoes<\/a> are a go-to side for a high-protein main, like in these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/262448\/salmon-sweet-potato-grain-bowls\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\">Salmon &amp; Sweet Potato Grain Bowls<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-subheading mntl-sc-block-subheading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> 2. Comforting Salads <\/span> <\/h3>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> I know we don\u2019t typically pair the words \u201ccomforting\u201d and \u201csalad\u201d together, but combining leafy greens with some of my favorite ingredients like apples, cheese, dried cranberries, nuts and even leftover roasted sweet potatoes I have on hand is like a hug in a bowl for me. Fall salads are my absolute go-tos all year round, and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/276471\/fall-chopped-salad-with-spinach-butternut-squash-apples-cheddar\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">Fall Chopped Salad with Spinach, Butternut Squash, Apples &amp; Cheddar<\/a>\u2014swapping the squash for sweet potato, duh\u2014is regularly in my meal rotation.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> According to the American Society for Nutrition, only about 7% of Americans are eating the recommended amount of fiber (at least 25 grams) every day.<span class=\"ql-inline-citation\" data-cite=\"3\"\/> For me, it\u2019s crucial to try to meet those goals to support my gut health, as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/article\/287742\/10-amazing-health-benefits-of-eating-more-fiber\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">fiber<\/a> aids in healthy digestion and increases beneficial gut bacteria.\n<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-subheading mntl-sc-block-subheading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> 3. Yogurt Bowls <\/span> <\/h3>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> When I\u2019ve wanted something sweeter, yogurt has helped me through my darkest days. A bowl of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/article\/7962133\/is-yogurt-healthy-heres-what-a-dietitian-has-to-say\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">yogurt<\/a> with berries and lightly-sweetened granola on top is not only an antioxidant- and protein-rich breakfast, but yogurt is loaded with probiotics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/article\/2059033\/best-and-worst-foods-to-eat-for-gut-health\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\">Probiotics<\/a> add diversity to the helpful balance in our gut, and they\u2019re also great for helping ease skin conditions like eczema or, in my case, rosacea.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> I buy my yogurt from the store, but it only takes two ingredients to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/252620\/homemade-plain-yogurt\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">make yogurt at home<\/a> if you\u2019re up for the task!\n<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_39-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-subheading mntl-sc-block-subheading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> 4. Coffee <\/span> <\/h3>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Honestly, I don\u2019t <em>need<\/em> caffeine to start my day. But coffee in my morning, to put it bluntly, helps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/why-does-coffee-make-you-poop-8558449\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\">keep things regular<\/a>. So that\u2019s why it stays in my routine\u2014and Bulsiewicz approves.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cThere is clear evidence that coffee is beneficial to our gut microbes,\u201d he explains. \u201cI&#8217;m not here to claim that coffee is for everyone, like for example, if you feel unwell when you drink coffee. But there is benefit to drinking coffee in terms of our gut health and the consistency of that is an important part of that story.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-the-bottom-line\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block eatingwell-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> The Bottom Line <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_47-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> \u201cYou should only be taking antibiotics if you really need to be taking it,\u201d Bulsiewicz emphasizes. If you have been prescribed a long-term antibiotic and you\u2019re experiencing stomach issues, talk to your doctor or a gastroenterologist for the best options for you. 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