Sunshine Coast Gut Clinic

04/05/2026

Recently there has been much discussion about UPF ultra-processed foods. Given what we do, we always consider the microbiome when discussing food choices and this article links in with some of our philosophies

There is already compelling evidence that high intakes of UPF is linked with inflammatory bowel diseases. And more recently with the increase in bowel cancer in young people.
There is a link to the study in the article

A major new study reveals that uncultured gut bacteria may carry surprisingly important clues about human health and disease.

12/12/2025

Had to try the smoked sardines trend

Toasted grain sourdough
Avocado (original video had butter & mustard)
Chopped herbs (chives) (i had parsley & basil)
Smoked anchovies
Lemon juice, broccoli sprouts, tomato salad

Im surprised how delicious this was. I've been a tad sardine averse

Perfect for a light meal.

Do you eat sardines?

23/09/2025

Not sponsored - honest review of Good morning blend by Yeppoonie Smoothie

Fantastic nutritional profile - 1 45gm serve provides 11.8gm fibre, 12.2gm protein. That's as it comes.

I added 200ml liquid (half milk, half water) which adds another 3gm protein, some strawberries and banana. So approx 3 more grams of fibre..

It was thick - very very thick. I noticed on the postcard in the packaging a suggestion for 300ml liquid - good idea. Or you could reduce how much of the blend you use. I'll try 30gm next time.

Taste is great, and you can add whatever you want.

Made in Qld by a woman from Yeppoon - 100 handicaps to you 👏👏

Excellent ingredients, no additives ( another 100 👏)

Well done

21/08/2025

Trigger warning - if poo talk is upsetting or offensive to you, please scroll away.

Many people struggle with constipation, incomplete evacuation, or difficulties with moving their bowels.

You may have seen those little footstools that wrap around the base of your loo, as having knees above hip height is helpful.

But I've recently come across another position that i call 'the thinker'. Swipe left to see video

Try it, and if you're brave, let me know if it works for you.

22/06/2025

A little about me - i love making things that require fermentation. I find the transformation of food through microbes magical and endlessly fascinating.
So I make sourdough bread, krauts, kefir, and I love making fermented chilli sauce.

And this year, I'm entering my bread into the (Brisbane's annual show) bread making comp.

I'm pretty happy with today's bake. Do you have any unusual hobbies?

24/05/2025

Struggling to get enough fibre in your diet? Give psyllium jelly a go.

There are loads of fibres you can use for specific gut needs, but psyllium is our all-rounder, workhorse.

Cheap and easy to use. I've made a jelly that you can use like a jam or add to natural yoghurt or blob onto your porridge or ....

3tsp psyllium husks + 125ml juice
Shake, refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
Done

I used a passionfruit in this batch plus juice from a mandarin. Sweet, tangy and delicious.

17/05/2025

Bit late to the cottage cheese bagels trend, but here we go.
1 c cottage cheese (whipped w stick blender)
1 c plain flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt

Mix into a wet dough
Turn onto a well floured bench
Divide into 4 and roll into balls
Shape like a bagel
Brush with egg wash
Season with everything bagels
Bake til golden

Enjoy. If you are interested, 1 bagel = 12gm protein and 830kJ

11/03/2025

The easiest and fun nutrition tip for your Wednesday -
Choose colour 🌈

It's grape and plum season in Australia, so please don't miss out on these gorgeous bundles of colourful goodness.

Plums are super rich in special phytonutrients called anthocyanins. Think deep red, purple & blue.

Their health benefits include reducing risk of heart disease and cancer, plus they have the ability to reduce your inflammatory markers.

A 2024 article in BMJ journals looked at these anthocyanins in relation to cognitive function. They found promising evidence for procognitive, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties.

Plus we all know what plums and prunes are also good for 😉

10/11/2024

Is this the best food innovation of 2024?
I present you with beetroot in a jar!!

I know, it's revolutionary, but how has it taken til 2024 for someone to do this?
I have so many questions

Is it just me, or does anyone else hate opening tins of beetroot? Messy, beetroot juice everywhere, finding the right size container to transfer it into. Just so much drama!

Or do you have a better new food innovation?

04/11/2024

Meat free Monday inspo
Yes it's kale (sorry, not sorry)
Key step - people, massage the kale!
with salt and good olive oil
Toast the almonds with oil, salt, and honey
Add drained tin chickpeas, ricotta cheese, parsley, dates, lemon zest & juice, cucumbers
Enjoy for dinner and lunch tomorrow