Studies show that up to 70% of antibiotic prescriptions are unnecessary, leading to a dangerous rise in antibiotic resistance and chronic diseases. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Josh Axe shares his personal battle with a life-threatening spinal infection and his journey towards holistic healing. Tune in to discover: * Staggering statistics on antibiotic overprescription and its devastating impact on the body * The surprising link between antibiotic use and an increased risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, IBD, and other chronic diseases * Dr. Axe's personal antibiotic protocol, combining probiotics, fermented foods, and cutting-edge therapies Don't miss this paradigm-shifting episode that empowers you to take control of your health and explore the vast potential of holistic healing. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between antibiotics, gut health, and overall well-being, and a treasure trove of natural remedies to support your body's innate healing capabilities. #antibiotics #naturalhealth -------------------- -------------------- Links: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9142037/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4638249/#:~:text=Of%20all%20antibiotics%20sold%20in,classes%20important%20to%20human%20medicine). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9142037/table/foods-11-01430-t002/?report=objectonly https://intermountainhealthcare.org/news/2023/03/new-intermountain-stanford-study-finds-excess-harm-from-commonly-overprescribed-antibiotics/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5542152/ https://www.who.int/news/item/26-04-2024-who-reports-widespread-overuse-of-antibiotics-in-patients--hospitalized-with-covid-19 https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(18)30889-9/fulltext https://nutritionreview.org/2016/12/practical-guide-avoiding-drug-induced-nutrient-depletion/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/09/210901090057.htm https://academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/article/10/2/186/2392131 https://aacrjournals.org/cebp/article/17/7/1564/67385/Use-of-Common-Medications-and-Breast-Cancer-Risk https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4030608/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2019.00302/full https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1756464619305675 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19175198/ https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/10/6/1360 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19175198/ -------------------- ABOUT DR. JOSH AXE Dr. Josh Axe is a leadership expert, entrepreneur, and physician. He earned his doctorate from Palmer College and his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Johns Hopkins University. Josh is the cofounder and CVO of Ancient Nutrition and founder of DrAxe.com. His company ranked on the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies two years in a row. He is the bestselling author of Eat Dirt, Keto Diet, and Ancient Remedies. Josh is the founder of Leaders.com, an online platform that provides the latest on breaking news, leadership, business, and wealth. He regularly teaches lectures and trains entrepreneurs on leadership, mindset, and self- development. Josh is married to his wife, Chelsea, and they have two daughters. They live between Nashville, TN and Dorado, PR and enjoy cooking, staying active swimming and cycling, and prioritize time for their faith and family. His latest book, Think This Not That, is now available nationwide. -------------------- ➕ CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Like on Facebook → facebook.com/drjoshaxe/ Follow on Instagram → instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Follow on Twitter → twitter.com/drjoshaxe/ Follow on TikTok → tiktok.com/@drjoshaxe/ -------------------- DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.