NOT just antibiotics: 1 in 4 common meds is waging war on your gut bacteria, breeding SUPERBUGS
Nearly one-quarter of common pharmaceuticals, pesticides and food additives exhibit antibacterial activity against gut microbes.
Non-antibiotic antimicrobials disproportionately harm beneficial bacteria while sparing opportunistic pathogens.
Artificial sweeteners, NSAIDs, antidepressants and industrial chemicals disrupt gut microbiome balance.
These compounds promote antibiotic resistance gene transfer, independent of antibiotic use.
Researchers call for integrated chemical stewardship and microbiome safety testing.
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