Chocolate covered strawberries are the types of sweets you may want to avoid if you are taking antibiotics, according to a new study. (City of Hope via SWNS)
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Dr. Marcel van den Brink conducting research. (City of Hope via SWNS)
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Cheesecake and other sweet treats do not help your gut when taking antibiotics, according to new research. (City of Hope via SWNS)
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Dr. Marcel van den Brink's research investigated sugar's affect on patients taking antibiotics. (City of Hope via SWNS)
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