Should you eat fermented food like yogurt when taking an antibiotic?
If so, how much?
While the answer isnt exactly clear, there may be a ballpark amount to aim for.
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Antibiotics are used to target and kill harmful bacteria when you have an infection that’s making you sick.
But antibiotics aren’t without a downside.
Here’s how antibiotics may impact your gut health and what foods help you restore it.
And fermented food and drink products are the best natural source.
This is because most probioticsthose living, beneficial bacteriaare created through the fermentation process.
No precise daily or weekly amount has been established.
But here’s what is known, to help guide you.
Serving size varies among probiotic foods and beverages.
Your health care provider or a registered dietitian can help you figure out the right goal for you!
