My Gut Care

17/11/2025

This week we're joining Hepatitis Australia in raising awareness for Hepatitis B and C, two common infections that can lead to serious liver disease including liver cancer if left undetected.

Early diagnosis makes a difference. In Australia, almost 300,000 people are living with hepatitis B or C, many without realising it.

Testing a simple, highly effective and the first step towards accessing the care and treatment needed to protect your long-term liver health.

At My Gut Care, our gastroenterology team is committed to supporting early detection and providing comprehensive liver Care. If you have questions about testing or your liver health, please speak your GP or get in touch with our clinic.

Learn more: heptestweek.org

17/11/2025

Young people in Australia are now more at risk of developing bowel cancer than their parents.
Australia has the highest rates of an early-onset diagnosis globally, and it's forced a change to testing regimes.

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16/11/2025

📢 Exciting News for Our Ipswich Patients!

In just two weeks, our Ipswich consultation room is moving to a fresh new location to serve you better!

📍 New Address:
Suite 2, 18 Limestone Street, Ipswich

We look forward to welcoming you to our upgraded space and continuing to provide the highest standard of care.

If you have any upcoming appointments, don’t worry — our team will guide you with all the details.

Thank you for your trust and support!

04/11/2025

Movember is more than a moustache—it’s a reminder to prioritise men’s health, including mental wellbeing and gut health. Research shows that a healthy gut microbiota supports mood, energy, and immunity, and that dietary choices, like fibre-rich and fermented foods, can make a meaningful difference.

Simple daily habits can help:

✅ Stay hydrated and eat a balanced, fibre-rich diet

✅ Include fermented foods for gut-friendly bacteria

✅ Move regularly—even a gentle walk can make a difference

For more information on how to support Movember, please visit Movember Foundation.

Reference: Kumar R, Singh P, et al. Gut Microbiota, Nutrition, and Mental Health. Front Nutr. 2024;11:1337889. doi:10.3389/fnut.2024.1337889

28/10/2025

🌬️ Persistent cough? 🤔
Could that be reflux?

It might not be your lungs causing the trouble. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) can often be the hidden culprit behind a chronic cough.

At My Gut Care, we offer both wired and wireless pH studies — the gold standard for accurately diagnosing reflux.

💡 Don’t let reflux go undetected. Book your assessment today and find out what’s really behind that cough!

📞 Contact us today to schedule your reflux study.

Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9630749/

21/10/2025

Healthy Halloween Fun!

Try our favourite: Healthy Halloween Stuffed Capsicums – a colourful, gut-friendly treat packed with fibre and veggies. Kids will love helping assemble them, making it a fun activity for the whole family!

Perfect for enjoying Halloween with a little extra veggie goodness.

Recipe link: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/healthy-halloween-stuffed-peppers

17/10/2025

Gut Instincts: Exploring the Microbiome, C. diff, and What’s Next for FMT

We’re excited to share that Dr. Asif Shahzad will be presenting at this insightful event — bringing together leading experts to explore the role of the microbiome in health and disease.

The session will focus on the clinical impact of dysbiosis and Clostridioides difficile infection (C. diff), with speakers sharing their hands-on experience in faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). Learn about practical applications, treatment pathways, and where FMT fits in the broader management of C. difficile.

The evening will also feature an overview of Ferring’s clinical development pipeline for FMT therapies — offering a glimpse into the future of microbiome-based medicine.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
🕕 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM
📍 Venue: Blackbird Restaurant, Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane
🔗 Register now: re.ferring.com/AU-Gutinstincts

We look forward to seeing you there and exploring the science that’s shaping the future of gut health! 💙

13/10/2025

🌱 World Food Day 2025 🌱

Your food choices today can transform your gut health tomorrow.
At My Gut Care, we encourage balanced, mindful eating for a healthier digestive system and a happier you.

🩺 Book a consultation to learn how your diet impacts your gut health.

🌐 Visit: https://mygutcare.com.au
📞 Call: 07 3517 6222
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30/09/2025

We are closed on Labour day October 6th 2025.

23/09/2025

🌿 Good news in Hepatitis B research! 🌿

A new Australian study has found that some people with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) may be able to safely stop their long-term medication (nucleos[t]ide analogues, or NA therapy).

✅ Who might benefit?
• People without cirrhosis (no advanced liver scarring)
• People with very low hepatitis B levels at the end of treatment
• Especially those with a blood test showing HBsAg ≤10 IU/mL

🔎 What did the study show?
• Some patients achieved a “functional cure” (the virus stayed under control even after stopping treatment).
• Close monitoring in the first 2 years was very important.
• No cases of liver failure, transplantation, or death were reported.

⚠ Important: Stopping hepatitis B treatment is not safe for everyone. This decision must always be made with your specialist, as regular check-ups and blood tests are essential.

📖 Read more: https://thelimbic.com/gastroenterology/stopping-na-therapy-safe-for-some-hbv-patients-aussie-study/

20/09/2025

19/09/2025

Exciting news!

My Gut Care has joined Doctor Magazine South East Queensland, a long-standing, prestigious publication for GPs and specialists to discuss important topics, share insights, and connect with allied health services and health-related industries.

We’re proud to be featured in this month’s edition. You can find us on page 25.

Read more here: https://healthplus.au/doctor-magazine-south-east-queensland/