Eli5: If there are billions of bacteria in our body, why is it bad for someone to just pop some anti biotics even without being sick

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Antibiotics kill bacteria. There are billions of bacteria in our body. Why is it drug abuse if I just decide to toss in a few in my mouth, without being sick, since there would always be bacteria to kill

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Because even though they’re called “Bacteria” it doesn’t mean they have only a negative impact on your body. Probiotics are good bacteria for example that help to break down various substances in your digestive system. Killing benevolent bacteria inside your body only brings downsides to your health.

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