Microbiome and Birth
Newborn obesity and the rising size of infants may be linked to changes in the microbiome, influenced by factors such as C-sections and antibiotic use. When babies are delivered via C-section, they miss out on the beneficial bacteria from the birth canal, potentially leading to long-term health implications. This challenges the long-held belief that C-sections and antibiotics are without significant risks, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the microbiome's crucial role in health.In this clip
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What Modern Medicine Gets Wrong (with Marty Makary)
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