Podcasts Health FLIP Your Mindset About Health 124: Why I Don't Take Antibiotics?

124: Why I Don't Take Antibiotics?

Published: Sept. 14, 2019, 1:32 a.m.

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"Each year, there are 47 million unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions written in U.S. doctors\\u2019 offices and emergency departments. Most of these unnecessary prescriptions are for respiratory conditions most commonly caused by viruses (including common colds, viral sore throats, and bronchitis) which do not respond to antibiotics, or for bacterial infections that do not always need antibiotics (like many sinus and ear infections)\\u201d, according to the CDC.

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Reference: https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/stewardship-report/outpatient.html

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Mariela Villaverde, L.Ac., MAOM, ACN

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Website: functionalco.com

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Podcast: FLIP your mindset about health on iTunes, Google Play, Anchor.

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Instagram: @functionalco

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Note: This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide or take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. Neither Mariela nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person 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.

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