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Gut Healing
Dysbiosis-Healing Millet Porridge with Ginger and Cinnamon
This therapeutic millet porridge provides gentle prebiotic fiber that feeds beneficial Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus strains while avoiding fermentable compounds that trigger dysbiosis. Millet's tryptophan content supports serotonin synthesis for gut-brain axis healing, while ginger's gingerol compounds inhibit pathogenic bacterial overgrowth and reduce intestinal inflammation through COX-2 inhibition.
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Ingredients
β1 cup hulled millet, rinsed until water runs clear
β3 cups filtered water
β1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and minced
β1 tsp ground cinnamon
β1/4 tsp sea salt
β2 tbsp coconut oil
β2 tbsp raw honey (optional, add after cooking)
β1/4 cup hemp seeds for topping
β1 medium apple, diced (for quercetin)
Method
1Toast rinsed millet in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden - this improves digestibility and reduces anti-nutrients
2Add water, minced ginger, cinnamon, and sea salt to the toasted millet
3Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 20-25 minutes until millet is tender and creamy
4Stir in coconut oil and let stand 5 minutes to achieve optimal creamy texture
5Serve immediately topped with hemp seeds and diced apple - never store as leftovers increase histamine levels
6Add honey only after cooling slightly to preserve enzymatic activity
Clinical Note
Better Kitchen is a functional nutrition companion, not a replacement for medical care. MCAS and HAT are highly individual β always introduce new foods slowly and track reactions with your allergist or immunologist.