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When My "Healthy" Smoothies Made My Husband Sick (And What I Learned About Gut-Friendly Nutrition)

I thought I was doing everything right—blending up daily smoothies packed with superfoods for our health. But when my husband kept getting sick, I realized those “healthy” choices weren’t working for his sensitive gut. That lightbulb moment led me to dig deeper into IBS, food triggers, and how to make meals that actually feel good. This was one of the sparks behind The Happy Belly Kitchen. In this post, I’m sharing what I learned—plus a gut-friendly smoothie recipe that won’t send you running to the bathroom.

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Dace Corlett Dace Corlett

What is a Happy Belly, anyway? Understanding the power of gentle meals

Feeling Bloated, Foggy, or Just Off? Your Gut Might Be the Reason

Digestive stress isn’t just about stomach pain. It can show up as:

• Bloating

• Brain fog

• Fatigue

• Skin issues

• Mood swings

The food you eat can either calm your system or stir things up.

At The Happy Belly Kitchen, we create meals that are easy to digest, free from common triggers like gluten, high FODMAPs and dairy, which actually leave you feeling better after you eat.

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