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How dangerous is the indiscriminate use of antibiotics?

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How dangerous is the indiscriminate use of antibiotics?

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The indiscriminate use of antibiotics is a serious issue in that it can lead to antibiotic resistance, making infections difficult to treat. Watch family physician and author Joel Fuhrman, MD, discuss this concern, and how eating superfoods can help.

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