With Pancake Day just around the corner, many are on the hunt for the perfect recipe. While traditional recipes reign supreme for some, those with digestive issues or concerns have alternative options to consider.
TikTok user Julia (@balanceinbeauty) has shared a ‘gut friendly’ pancake recipe that requires only two ingredients. Aiming to assist in ‘healing bloating, IBS and SIBO naturally’, Julia frequently offers advice to her 16.1k followers.
Accompanying a brief video demonstrating the pancake-making process, the caption states: “Pancakes that WON’T make you bloated??!! These pancakes are IBS friendly by having low-FODMAP ingredients.
“Low-FODMAP foods help reduce symptoms of IBS like bloating, gas, and stomach pain by minimising difficult-to-digest carbs. These pancakes are gentle on your gut while still being delicious.”
FODMAP is an acronym for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols, which are types of carbohydrates that can be resistant to digestion. Some individuals with digestive problems may find relief by reducing these in their diet, reports the Mirror.
Healthline reports that studies have shown strong connections between FODMAPs and digestive symptoms such as gas, bloating, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and constipation. For those with intolerances, a low FODMAP diet could alleviate gas, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach pain.
Healthline suggests: “Though a low FODMAP diet may not eliminate all digestive problems, chances are high that it may lead to significant improvements.”
The caption shared a delightful recipe for a healthy gut, stating: “Enjoy a healthy, happy tummy! Pancakes for 1 serving: – 1 ripe banana – 2 eggs – a handful of blueberries (optional).”
It then provided simple cooking instructions: “Directions: 1. Mash the banana in a bowl until smooth. 2. Crack 2 eggs into the bowl and mix well. 3. Cook the pancakes in a skillet over medium heat, then top with blueberries. Enjoy your delicious, gut-friendly pancakes!”
In response to queries for a more calorie-dense option, Julia suggested in the comments: “You can cook it in coconut oil, adding protein powder, chia seeds, or topping it with a nut butter.”