This recipe is a healthy safe alternative to commercial mouthwashes that kill all types of bacteria, not just the bad ones. The ingredients here have several properties to kill bad bacteria that promote bad breath and tooth decay and which also increase good bacteria in the mouth. How it works Bicarbonate of soda: Reduces acidity in the mouth, which discourages bad bacteria and allows good bacteria to thrive in an alkaline environment. Sea salt or Himalayan pink salt: Breaks

This recipe provides a very low sugar treat, generally easily tolerated if you have SIBO, IBS or other gut issues. Stick to the serving size to keep the ingredients to within low-fodmap limits. Makes 20 balls Serving size 2 balls Ingredients 1 cup firmly packed grated carrot (about 1.5 to 2 carrots) 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup finely shredded coconut (unsweetened) 2 tbsp peanut butter Zest from 1 orange 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup 2 tbsp coconut oil Pinch of salt ½ tsp mixed spice

This recipe provides a very low sugar treat, generally easily tolerated if you have SIBO, IBS or other gut issues. Stick to the serving size to keep the ingredients to within low-fodmap limits. Makes 6 muffins Serving size 1 muffin Ingredients 60 g almond flour 60 g walnuts, finely ground 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp bicarb lemon zest from 1 lemon 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice 2 eggs 1 tbsp poppy seeds 1/2 cup butter (or coconut oil) 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Method

This is a great recipe if you're craving a rich dark chocolate treat and have SIBO or IBS. Stick to the serving size to keep the ingredients to within low-fodmap limits. Makes a roughly 10 x 10 cm slab of chocolate Serving size: approx 1/4 cup INGREDIENTS 1 cup coconut oil or cacao butter 1 cup cocoa or cacao 1/4-1/2 tsp stevia liquid (Splenda brand) 1-2 drops pure peppermint oil (food grade) or 1/4-1/2 tsp peppermint extract 3 tbsp pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped 3 rose p