I would like to share with you something that I learned today. Now, you've all heard me rant about mass-produced meat and how terrible it is. Well, did you realize that 80% of all antibiotics in the US are used for animal agriculture? Yes, that's correct. 80%! And do you know where all those antibiotics are going to end up? That's right. In your body. And, yes, I know your doctor gives you antibiotics when you're sick but I'm sure you also know that you can't take antibiotics for very long without your body becoming resistant to them. So, what happens when you eat lots of meat with lots of antibiotics in it? You can become resistant to many types of antibiotics.
Having too much antibiotics in your body can make you sick, and also keep you sick. Every year, more than 90,000 Americans die from bacterial infections that have developed a resistance to antibiotics. That's more than the death toll of AIDS, car accidents, and prostate cancer combined. It kind of makes you sick just thinking about it, doesn't it?
Check out these links for more information and advice on how to avoid the meat that's making America sick:
Today's Food System: All Drugged Up
Find, Cook, and Eat Sustainable Meat
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