08/25/2025
Antibiotics don’t just wipe out the bacteria causing infections, they also disrupt your good gut bacteria, often dramatically lowering microbial diversity.
And for many people, that diversity doesn’t bounce back on its own.
Years later, this can look like:
👉 Persistent bloating or IBS-like symptoms
👉 New food sensitivities you never had before
👉 Skin flares or immune issues because of a less resilient gut lining
👉 Even mood changes, since your gut microbiome plays a huge role in making neurotransmitters like serotonin
That’s why we sometimes trace chronic gut symptoms all the way back to a round (or several rounds) of antibiotics.
A healthy, balanced microbiome does more than keep digestion smooth. It protects your gut lining, trains your immune system, and even helps regulate inflammation throughout your body.
If your gut’s been off ever since that “bad stomach bug” or “round of antibiotics years ago,” you’re not imagining it. It might be time to help restore balance, rebuild diversity, and get your gut truly thriving again. We can help!
