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How to survive the holidays if you have a sensitive gut
Many sufferers of gut dysfunction, whether it be IBS, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) or another gut issue, have a common...
Carmela Pengelly
Dec 10, 20233 min read
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SIBO-friendly, low FODMAP chocolate chip cookies
Want a sweet treat that won't upset your gut? Ingredients 2 cups almond flour 2 eggs, beaten 4 tbsp coconut cream (choose one without...
Carmela Pengelly
Nov 9, 20231 min read
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Low-fodmap SIBO-friendly cheesecake
Ingredients Base 1 cup mix of raw pecans, brazil nuts and walnuts pinch of salt 1 tsp natural vanilla essence 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted...
Carmela Pengelly
Oct 24, 20231 min read
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SIBO-friendly, happy tummy bread
Ingredients 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 175 g butternut pumpkin, peeled and cut into chunks 1 ½ tsp low-fodmap stock powder 1...
Carmela Pengelly
Aug 29, 20231 min read
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How to beat Candida for good
Photo: Mart Production A Candida overgrowth can be an annoying, depressing and sometimes debilitating infection. What makes it worse is...
Carmela Pengelly
Feb 2, 20236 min read
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10-Minute detox soup
If you have SIBO or IBS you can omit the garlic. SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS 1 avocado 1 large handful of green leaves (e.g salad leaves,...
Carmela Pengelly
Oct 12, 20221 min read
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How PHGG can help your gut
Pic Christopher Campbell Unsplash Whether you have bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, or gut pain, PHGG is an easy inexpensive way to...
Carmela Pengelly
Oct 6, 20223 min read
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Why you need protein
Protein can improve your immunity, your gut, your liver, your well being, and everything else. So often in my consultations I tell...
Carmela Pengelly
May 27, 20224 min read
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Your immune system is your super power
I strongly feel that it is more important to build your own defences than just to rely on a vaccine to keep you well. Developing a strong...
Carmela Pengelly
Oct 14, 20216 min read
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Why killing a bacterial overgrowth is not the answer
I hear lots of talk of people 'killing' bacteria when they have gut problems, especially with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial...
Carmela Pengelly
Mar 3, 20213 min read
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How protein can protect your health
Protein is crucial to good health, especially if you are unwell or mature age. However, I find that many of my patients have far too...
Carmela Pengelly
Jan 19, 20212 min read
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Gut Healing Anti-Viral Cuppa Soup
#guthealing #SIBO #IBS #IBSfood #lowFodmap Image from Dominik Martin on Unsplash This simple recipe contains gut healing bone broth and...
Carmela Pengelly
Nov 6, 20201 min read
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Do you have a histamine intolerance?
Image by: cenczi from Pixabay Do you have gut pain, wheeziness or do you suffer from hives or skin flushing? These are some of the...
Carmela Pengelly
Nov 4, 20204 min read
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Glutamine-rich gut-healing summer juice
Image by Fallon Michael on Unsplash Don't be put off by the cabbage in this recipe. The combination of melon, cucumber and ginger makes...
Carmela Pengelly
Sep 23, 20201 min read
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Gut healing carrot and ginger soup
This is a great gut healing soup that and very easy to prepare. Contains the perfect ingredients for improving gut integrity, reducing...
Carmela Pengelly
Sep 13, 20201 min read
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Sibo-friendly spicy chicken soup (low Fodmap)
Photo by Natural Chef Carolyn Nicholas on Unsplash Serves 4 Ingredients 1 fresh chili (optional) 1 tbsp grated ginger 1 tsp ground...
Carmela Pengelly
Aug 16, 20201 min read
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How stress messes with your gut and 10 ways to relax
Image by Ryan McGuire from Pixabay Chronic stress is a sad fact of our daily lives and its impact on gut health cannot be underestimated....
Carmela Pengelly
Aug 7, 20203 min read
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Eating lentils on a SIBO or IBS diet
Soaking and sprouting lentils is the best way to prepare these legumes if you have SIBO, IBS or other gut disorders. You should find that...
Carmela Pengelly
Jul 27, 20202 min read
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How to boost your immune system fast
Around 70% of our immune system is located in our gut and this exposure to the outside world is why digestive health is vital.
Carmela Pengelly
Jun 18, 20204 min read
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SIBO
SIBO is a digestive disorder that is virtually unheard of. And yet, an astounding 84% of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) sufferers are...
Carmela Pengelly
Mar 21, 20193 min read
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