While it is true an overgrowth of either of these bacteria may cause symptoms of diarrhea, cramping and gastro-intestinal distress, many types of bacteria are neededto helpdigestion and absorption of nutrients. Antibiotics destroy both "good" and "bad" bacteria within our bodies.
Probioticsare often used to regain or maintain a healthy balance of bacteria.
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C. Diff
Colitis means an inflammation of the colon. One of the causes of colitis is an infection with bad bacteria. The colon normally has many beneficial bacteria in it. But some antibiotics can kill most of these good bacteria and leave room for this c. diff to grow.
E. Coli
E. coli are bacteria that normally live in the intestines of humans and animals. Although most strains are harmless, several are known to produce toxins that can cause diarrhea. One particular E. coli strain called O157:H7 can cause severe diarrhea and kidney damage.
Colloidal silver mineral supplementscan beused to help with C. Diff.
Green Tea is a natural remedy to help relieve E.Coli.
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