The problem with over-sanitization!

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Paul Saladino6m · 2020-06-19

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Well SupportedDisruption of the oral microbiome by antiseptic mouthwashes or antibiotics can suppress nitric oxide production, leading to increased blood pressure.Not SupportedOveruse of hand sanitizers can lead to skin issues and disrupt the hand microbiome.Partially SupportedSpore-based probiotics are effective for re-establishing good bacteria in the mouth and gut because they can survive stomach acid.Partially SupportedCardiologists advise patients on blood pressure medication to discontinue daily use of antimicrobial mouthwash.Partially Supported

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Antimicrobial mouthwashes may be therapeutically necessary for short periods (1-10 days) but require repopulation of the oral and gut microbiome afterward.

Partially SupportedSpore-based probiotics stimulate the increase of commensal bacteria in the gut, improving its overall quality and quantity.

Not SupportedAntimicrobial mouthwash use can destroy the oral microbiome by killing gram-negative bacteria on the tongue.

Partially SupportedHand sanitizers may contain xenoestrogens, parabens, and phthalates, such as triclosan and dial soap.

Partially SupportedDecreasing oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal microbiome diversity increases susceptibility to flu viruses.