{"id":16142,"date":"2026-10-29T19:33:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T19:33:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/?p=16142"},"modified":"2026-10-29T19:34:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T19:34:36","slug":"gut-health-after-antibiotics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/","title":{"rendered":"The Post-Antibiotic Gut: Rebuilding After a Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ae4578c345ec\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ae4578c345ec\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Quick_Answer\" >Quick Answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Is_an_Upset_Stomach_After_Antibiotics_Normal_First_Dont_Panic\" >Is an Upset Stomach After Antibiotics Normal? First, Don\u2019t Panic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#What_Actually_Happens_Inside_the_Gut\" >What Actually Happens Inside the Gut?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#What_to_Eat_After_Antibiotics_Your_First_Job_Is_to_Feed_the_Gut_Right\" >What to Eat After Antibiotics: Your First Job Is to Feed the Gut Right<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Bring_Back_Variety_Gradually\" >Bring Back Variety Gradually<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#What_About_Curd_and_Fermented_Foods\" >What About Curd and Fermented Foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Hydration_Matters_More_Than_It_Sounds\" >Hydration Matters More Than It Sounds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Protein_Is_Still_Part_of_Recovery\" >Protein Is Still Part of Recovery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#How_Long_Does_Gut_Recovery_Take_Give_Your_Gut_Some_Time\" >How Long Does Gut Recovery Take? Give Your Gut Some Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/gut-health-after-antibiotics\/#Disclaimer\" >Disclaimer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Expert reviewed by Qurath Ain, Certified Nutritionist and Clinical Dietitian<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Answer\"><\/span>Quick Answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After antibiotics, the most useful way to support your gut is surprisingly ordinary: eat a varied diet with enough fibre and overall nutrition, stay hydrated, rest, and give your gut microbiome time to recover. You do not need an expensive cleanse, juice programme, or trendy powders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antibiotics do not distinguish perfectly between the bacteria causing infection and the community of microorganisms living in your gut, so they can alter its composition and diversity, sometimes substantially. How much depends on the antibiotic, its dose and duration, and your existing microbiome and diet. A slightly unsettled stomach afterwards is not unusual. A 2025 review noted that high-fibre diets have been shown to promote faster recovery of the gut microbiota after antibiotic therapy, which fits the ICMR-NIN Dietary Guidelines for Indians 2024. In an Indian kitchen, that can mean dal, rajma, chana, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and millets, with plain curd or buttermilk if they suit you. Increase fibre gradually, return to a broader range of foods as your appetite allows rather than staying on a restricted diet for too long, and keep up fluids and protein. Evidence for probiotics preserving microbiome diversity during antibiotics is promising but mixed, so speak to a healthcare professional before choosing one. Manage stress and sleep adequately. Speak to a doctor immediately if you have severe or persistent diarrhoea, blood in the stool, significant abdominal pain, dehydration, high fever, or worsening symptoms. Never restart, extend, or change an antibiotic course on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a particular kind of relief that comes from finishing a course of antibiotics. The fever is gone, the infection is settling, you are no longer feeling as awful as before, and the little strip of tablets that has been sitting next to your bedside bottle of water can finally be put away. And just when you think your health troubles are over for now, your stomach starts behaving strangely. But it is not necessarily a new affliction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may notice loose stools, constipation, bloating, excess gas, a change in appetite, or simply a feeling that your digestion is not quite itself. Sometimes nothing noticeable happens at all. Either way, you should understand that antibiotics do not distinguish perfectly between the bacteria that contribute to infection and the enormous community of microorganisms living peacefully in your gut. To antibiotics, all bacteria, or \u2018biotics\u2019, are bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a result, antibiotic treatment can alter the composition and diversity of the gut microbiota, sometimes quite substantially. Research has found that the extent and duration of these changes depend on factors such as the particular antibiotic, its dose, the duration of treatment, and the individual\u2019s existing microbiome and diet. But that does not mean antibiotics are bad for your gut, or that you should avoid them even when they are medically necessary. They remain essential medicines for bacterial infections and should be taken only on a doctor\u2019s advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sensible question, then, is what you can do afterwards to support your digestive system while your gut microbial community finds its footing again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_Upset_Stomach_After_Antibiotics_Normal_First_Dont_Panic\"><\/span>Is an Upset Stomach After Antibiotics Normal? First, Don\u2019t Panic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antibiotics can affect your health in a number of ways, both directly and indirectly. The gut microbiota significantly influences how your body regulates its own health. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7696078\/\">Antibiotics have profound effects on the body through the gut microbiota<\/a>, which can impact immune regulation, metabolic processes, and general health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A slightly unsettled stomach after antibiotics is not unusual. Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea is one of the better-known gastrointestinal consequences of antibiotic treatment, although not everyone experiences it. Scientists have found that changes in the gut microbiota can also influence digestion, as well as the microbiota\u2019s ability to resist potentially troublesome organisms. But it is important to distinguish between temporary digestive disruption and a problem that may require medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you develop severe or persistent diarrhoea, blood in the stool, significant abdominal pain, dehydration, high fever, or symptoms that are worsening rather than settling, speak to a doctor immediately. There is adequate research showing that antibiotic exposure can increase susceptibility to infections such as <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/c-diff\/about\/\"><em>Clostridioides difficile<\/em><\/a>, which need proper medical evaluation rather than a home \u2018gut reset\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And please do not restart, extend, or change any antibiotic course because you feel your infection has returned. Antibiotics should be used only when clinically necessary, and always according to medical advice. Inappropriate and excessive antibiotic use contributes to <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/antimicrobial-resistance\">antimicrobial resistance<\/a>, an important public-health concern in India and the rest of the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Actually_Happens_Inside_the_Gut\"><\/span>What Actually Happens Inside the Gut?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of thinking of the gut microbiome as a collection of \u2018good bacteria\u2019, consider it more like a busy neighbourhood. Different microorganisms occupy different ecological niches, use different food sources, and produce metabolites that interact with the host, aka you. Studies have found that antibiotics can reduce some of these microbial populations, thereby damaging the gut lining, while leaving others relatively less affected. This can temporarily change your gut community\u2019s diversity and composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some research suggests that recovery can begin relatively quickly, but returning to the precise pre-antibiotic microbial community is not guaranteed to happen in exactly the same way for everyone. Recovery is influenced by your diet, the existing microbial community, various environmental factors, and the antibiotic itself. This is why the idea of \u2018detoxing\u2019 your gut after antibiotics is misleading. Your intestine does not need an expensive cleanse, juice programme, or collection of trendy powders. It needs time, adequate nourishment, rest, and, in most cases, a reasonable, diverse diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_After_Antibiotics_Your_First_Job_Is_to_Feed_the_Gut_Right\"><\/span>What to Eat After Antibiotics: Your First Job Is to Feed the Gut Right<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most useful nutritional principle after antibiotics is surprisingly ordinary: eat a varied diet that provides enough fibre and overall nutrition. A <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11623380\/\">2025 review examining nutrition and recovery from infections<\/a> noted that high-fibre diets have been shown to promote faster recovery of the gut microbiota after antibiotic therapy, although this is still an evolving area of research. Luckily, this fits comfortably with the broader principles of the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/main.icmr.nic.in\/sites\/default\/files\/upload_documents\/DGI_07th_May_2024_fin.pdf\">Dietary Guidelines for Indians 2024<\/a>, developed by the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN). The 2024 guidelines emphasise dietary diversity and a balanced pattern built around a variety of foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an Indian kitchen, this can mean something wonderfully familiar: thick dal, rajma, chana, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and traditional cereals such as millets. You do not need to transform every meal into a bowl of raw salad or a poke bowl. A simple lunch of rice, moong dal, cooked vegetables, curd, buttermilk, or lassi can be nutritionally much more useful than any expensive \u2018gut microbiome\u2019 product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if your digestion is sensitive right after the antibiotic course, suddenly consuming enormous quantities of fibre can worsen bloating and lead to stomach distress. Increase fibre gradually and pay attention to how your body responds. Choose foods that are easy to digest and less oily and spicy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bring_Back_Variety_Gradually\"><\/span>Bring Back Variety Gradually<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the easiest mistakes to make after an illness is eating an extremely restricted diet for too long. Perhaps you survived on toast, biscuits, khichdi, and weak tea while you were unwell. There is nothing wrong with choosing simple foods temporarily, especially when you are sick. But once your appetite and digestion allow, gradually return to a broader range of foods. For example, rotate your vegetables rather than eating the same one every day. Try including different dals and pulses. Add fruit in forms you can currently tolerate well. Use nuts and seeds in sensible portions. Choose whole grains where appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This matters because different microbes use different substrates (food sources). A diverse diet gives the gut microbial ecosystem a broader range of nutrients to work with. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11623380\/\">Current research increasingly views nutrition as an important influence on microbiome resilience<\/a>, although researchers are still working out precisely which foods and combinations are most effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_About_Curd_and_Fermented_Foods\"><\/span>What About Curd and Fermented Foods?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where Indian food culture has an interesting advantage. Dahi, chaas, and other traditionally fermented foods can all be part of a balanced diet, provided they suit you and are prepared and stored safely. Fermented milk products have been studied for their potential effects on microbiome recovery after antibiotic use. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9348039\/\">One clinical study<\/a> found a measurable benefit associated with a fermented milk product containing specific probiotic strains, although that does not mean every yoghurt or probiotic product will have the same effect. That is worth remembering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2018Contains probiotics\u2019 is not a magic nutritional guarantee. Different strains have distinct properties, and the evidence for probiotics maintaining overall microbiome diversity during antibiotic treatment is promising but mixed. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1186\/s12916-023-02961-0\">A systematic review and meta-analysis<\/a> could not confirm that routine probiotic supplementation preserves gut microbiome diversity during antibiotics. So, instead of automatically buying a probiotic supplement, consider whether ordinary foods such as plain curd can fit comfortably into your diet. If you have a specific medical condition, or are considering a probiotic for antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, discuss the appropriate product and strain with your healthcare professional before making a decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rice kanji is a traditional dish made with overnight-soaked cooked rice, fresh buttermilk, onion, garlic, ginger, and a little tadka (mustard, jeera, and hing). It is the healthiest and most gut-friendly dish you can have for breakfast, helping to restore your gut health and improve your overall digestive function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydration_Matters_More_Than_It_Sounds\"><\/span>Hydration Matters More Than It Sounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your post-antibiotic experience involves loose stools, hydration becomes particularly important. Water is the obvious starting point, though people with significant diarrhoea may require oral rehydration solutions on medical advice. Avoid treating dehydration with sugary soft drinks, or relying solely on home remedies when the symptoms are substantial. If you are recovering from an infection, remember that your body is also recovering from the illness itself. Adequate fluids, plenty of rest, and some calories and protein remain important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A healthy person needs to drink about 8 glasses (approximately 2 litres) of water, including other beverages, per day. You can also include probiotic-rich drinks such as buttermilk and kanji (made with fermented beetroot, carrot, mustard, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protein_Is_Still_Part_of_Recovery\"><\/span>Protein Is Still Part of Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A gut-friendly diet should not become a protein-free diet. Eggs, fish, chicken, milk, curd, paneer, dal, beans, soy, and other protein-rich foods can be included according to your dietary pattern and tolerance. During recovery from illness, adequate overall nutrition matters most. If you have temporarily lost your appetite or do not feel much hunger, smaller meals may feel easier than forcing yourself through three enormous plates. You can gradually return to your usual eating pattern and portions as your appetite improves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_Gut_Recovery_Take_Give_Your_Gut_Some_Time\"><\/span>How Long Does Gut Recovery Take? Give Your Gut Some Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perhaps the most overlooked ingredient in post-antibiotic recovery is time. The gut microbial ecosystem has a natural resilience, and research has observed recovery following antibiotic-related disruption of gut health. But the speed and completeness of recovery differ considerably between individuals. So, if your digestion feels slightly different for a while, that does not automatically mean something has gone wrong again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, eat well and diversify your diet gradually. Include fibre-rich foods and stay hydrated. Consider adding familiar fermented foods, such as plain dahi, if you can tolerate them. Most importantly, avoid or manage stress, as it can act as a trigger. Sleep adequately before returning to normal physical activity, as and when your illness permits. Finally, do not take another antibiotic without medical advice just because your stomach feels unsettled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The post-antibiotic gut is not a broken machine waiting for a miracle repair kit. It is a living ecosystem recovering from a significant disturbance. Sometimes the best support is not another pill or gut cleanse, but the remarkably unglamorous combination of nourishing food, appropriate medical care, sufficient rest, and enough time for your body to recover at its own comfortable pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moura IB, Buckley AM. <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11623380\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Using nutrition to help recovery from infections<\/a>. Current Opinion in Gastroenterology. 2025;41(1):54-58.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition. <a href=\"https:\/\/main.icmr.nic.in\/sites\/default\/files\/upload_documents\/DGI_07th_May_2024_fin.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dietary Guidelines for Indians 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/c-diff\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About C. diff<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>World Health Organization. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/antimicrobial-resistance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Antimicrobial resistance (fact sheet)<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1186\/s12916-023-02961-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Probiotic supplementation during antibiotic treatment is unjustified in maintaining the gut microbiome diversity: a systematic review and meta-analysis<\/a>. BMC Medicine. 2023.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FitzGerald J, et al. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9348039\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Improved gut microbiome recovery following drug therapy is linked to abundance and replication of probiotic strains<\/a>. Gut Microbes. 2022;14(1).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7696078\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Effects of Antibiotics upon the Gut Microbiome: A Review of the Literature<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disclaimer\"><\/span>Disclaimer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article is for general education and does not replace medical advice. Antibiotics should be taken only when prescribed and as directed by your doctor. Persistent, severe, or concerning gastrointestinal symptoms after antibiotics should be assessed and addressed by a healthcare professional. Individual needs vary, so consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, especially if you have a medical condition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finished antibiotics and your stomach feels off? 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