Could antibiotics be wrecking your gut health? It's a question worth pondering as we sit down with the brilliant naturopath, Christina. In today's episode of Raw MOMvressations, we break down the pros and cons of antibiotics, uncovering their often-overlooked effects on our gut health. Christina provides invaluable insights, highlighting the risks of frequent antibiotic use and sharing useful tips on how to balance necessary treatments without compromising our gut health.

We switch gears and address a topic close to every parent's heart — building your child's immunity, especially in the notorious flu season. We explore how you can turn everyday meals into powerful medicine and weave essential vitamins and minerals into your child's diet. From the benefits of age-old natural remedies to the secret power of certain supplements, we cover it all.

Key Highlights:

Connect with Christina:

• Instagram: @headtohealnaturopathy
• Website: www.centredesolutionsante.com

Resources:

• Antibiotic effects on gut health
• Stats for increased antibiotic usage worldwide .
• Neonatal antibiotic usage
• Probiotics and antibiotic associated diarrhea
• Microbiota diversity & gut health
• Side effects of laxatives:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK547922/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537246/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6061967/

Connect with Melania & Ally:

• Instagram: @rawmomversations
• Website: www.rawmomversations.com

For partnership and collaboration inquiries:

• Email: Contact Melania & Ally

Podcast Disclaimer:

** S2E14 "It’s important to work with a practitioner since in some situations fermented foods can make the issue worse- sometimes giving fermented foods kefir, sauerkraut etc. may actually exasperate the situation if it’s yeast infection or depending the case because feeds the yeast." Cristina Abrol **

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