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Low-fodmap carrot cake bliss balls
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
Carmela Pengelly
Apr 21 min read


Low-fodmap lemon poppyseed muffins
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
Carmela Pengelly
Apr 21 min read


Sugar-free low-fodmap peppermint chocolate bark
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
Carmela Pengelly
Apr 21 min read


7-day detox diet plan with recipes
This very easy detoxification programme is one that I use for clients who are recovering from cancer and want to clear their body of toxins and rebuild their health. Detoxing does not have to be hard or complicated and you don't have to feel deprived and I have included some simple recipes at the end to help you. I recommend that you do this detox programme for 7 days and you will find that you are feeling more energetic and that any gut symptoms have improved. I suggest you
Carmela Pengelly
Jan 65 min read


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 thickeners, e.g. Ayam’s brand) 4 tbsp butter, softened 2 tsp natural vanilla extract 12 stevia tablets 2 tbsp unsweetened cacao nibs (preferable) or dark chocolate chips Method Preheat oven to 180 deg C. Mix ingredients together. Shape into cookies and place on a greased baking tray. Bake for around 15-20 mins. Bon appetit and good health to yo
Carmela Pengelly
Nov 9, 20231 min read


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 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground white pepper 100 g coconut flour 100 g almond flour 5 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 small zucchini, cut into roughly 2 cm chunks, peel left on 1 small red capsicum, cut into roughly 2 cm chunks ½ cup olive oil 5 eggs 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds Course granulated Himalayan or sea salt Method Preheat the oven to 175 deg C. B
Carmela Pengelly
Aug 29, 20231 min read


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


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


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


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


EAT BUTTER
BUTTER IS GOOD FOR YOU. For a long time butter has been pushed aside in favour of artificially manufactured margarines. This happened...
Carmela Pengelly
Aug 24, 20163 min read


CHERRY CLAFOUTIS
This makes a delicious healthy treat if you’re feeling a bit deprived of comfort foods. Believe it or not it’s dairy-free, grain-free,...
Carmela Pengelly
Jun 25, 20161 min read


WARMING CHAI SPICED MYLK
All the warming spices in this recipe are great for gut health and immunity. Warm on the stove, strain and serve. INGREDIENTS 1 cup...
Carmela Pengelly
May 26, 20161 min read
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