Education

Education is an important part of our approach at GutWell Medical

Explore upcoming learning opportunities, helpful patient handouts, and research that supports our integrative approach to care.

Seminar Recordings
Handouts
The Science

Seminar Recordings

The Gut Microbiome and the Migrating Motor Complex

Presented by: Dr. Sue Mitchell, MD – Functional Gastroenterologist

In this session Dr. Sue Mitchell explored the role of the migrating motor complex and gut microbiome in digestive health. Attendees learned how disruptions in gut motility affect microbial balance and ways to support healthy digestion.

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Resilience: The Science of Stress and the Path to Healing

Title slide for a presentation on resilience, featuring botanical illustrations and the logo of GutWell Medical.

Presented by: Nicole Freyschlag, MS Functional Nutritionist

In this session we discussed the widespread impact of chronic stress on the body, including the gut-brain connection and vagus nerve. Attendees gained practical strategies to calm the nervous system and support whole-body resilience.

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Power Up: Protein for Strength and Aging

Presented by: Nicole Freyschlag, MS Functional Nutritionist

This seminar explores the vital roles of protein and creatine in healthy aging and strength, covering how much you need, what happens when you fall short, and practical tips for building muscle, preventing decline, and feeling your best.

Presentation slide titled 'Power Up! Protein for Strength and Aging' with an image of a barbell and bags of protein powder, presented by Nicole Freyszlag, MS, on May 23, 2025.
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Heart to Mouth Seminar

Gutwell Medical and the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) joined together for an in-person educational seminar about cardiovascular disease, nitric oxide, and the oral microbiome.

Presented by: Dr. Sue Mitchell, Gutwell Medical Owner

This talk explains the anatomy of blood vessels, how endothelial damage is a root cause of vascular disease, and what role the glycocalyx and nitric oxide play in vascular health and disease.

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Presented by: Lexi Rydland, UCCS Nutrition Intern

Lexi’s portion of the talk focuses on nutritional interventions to increase nitric oxide availability in blood vessels to optimize your cardiovascular health.

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Presented by: Dr. Margaret Harris, UCCS Associate Professor

The final part of this presentation addresses the oral microbiome, causes of dysbiosis in the mouth, it’s relationship to disease, and how to improve the health of your oral microbiome.

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Handouts

At Gutwell, we believe that providing clear, evidence-based information is key to your health journey. Our educational handouts help you understand your nutrition, biochemistry, and simple steps to feel your best.

Information poster about nutrition for uric acid support, including sections on importance, core nutrition principles, supporting uric acid excretion with hydration and lemon water, and reducing purine-rich foods with images of foods like vegetables, fruits, and meats.

Uric Acid

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A digital poster with a blue and green abstract background and icons of people exercising, featuring the title 'Centenarian Decathlon' and a list of ten activities for healthy aging, including hiking, support exercises, and jump rope skips.

Centenarian Decathlon

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Infographic listing household and personal care products that reduce toxin exposure, including brands of laundry detergent, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, cleaning products, shampoos, body washes, lotions, and kid-friendly soaps with tips and a QR code for more information.

Toxin Free Swaps

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An informational poster titled 'Chew On This: The Oral Bacteria and Nitric Oxide Connection.' It features a close-up of a person opening their mouth with a magnifying glass showing colorful bacteria and microorganisms inside. The poster discusses the oral microbiome, causes of plaque and cavities, and signs of dysbiosis in the mouth.

The Oral Microbiome

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An informational graphic titled 'The Protein Scoop' from GutWell Medical. It explains why protein is important, sources of protein, and how to get complete protein through animal products and plant sources. The graphic includes a photo of a colorful salad with various vegetables and grains.

Protein Needs

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Educational infographic about nitric oxide, its functions in the body, foods containing nitrates, and recommended intake levels.

Nitric Oxide

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An infographic about Vitamin D, explaining its importance, sources, and recommended levels, with icons of a sun, a fish, and a supplement bottle.

Vitamin D

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A table titled 'Plant Food Nutrition Guide' listing vegetables with serving size, carbohydrates, and fiber content. Includes items like acorn squash, artichoke, asparagus, banana squash, beet root, beet greens, bell pepper, bitter melon, bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, burdock root, butternut squash, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, celery, chard, collard greens, and corn.

Plant Carbs/Fiber

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Informational poster about Lipoprotein (a) from the American Heart Association. Includes details on what Lp(a) is, why it's important, risk factors for high levels, and lifestyle recommendations to lower risk.

Lipoprotein (a)

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An infographic titled 'Stress Reduction Strategies' listing various methods such as yoga, meditation, sleep, exercise, proper nutrition, social support, breathing, and time in nature, with related images including a forest trail, a woman practicing yoga, and a cup of herbal tea.

Stress and the Vagus Nerve

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Educational infographic on nitric oxide and heart health, including diagrams of blood vessels, glycocalyx, and a heart illustration.

Glycocalyx and NO

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A medical infographic about arterial glycalyx support, showing a white bottle labeled 'arteriOSil HP' with red and black text, and a diagram of blood vessels and the endothelial glycalyx layer.

Arterisol

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A colorful infographic about protein facts, sources, and tips for increasing protein intake. It includes a list of protein-rich foods like turkey, chicken, beef, shrimp, salmon, whey, truvani protein, ground chicken, eggs, tofu, quinoa, edamame, yogurt, and more, with their respective weights in grams. There is a quote from Peter Attia, MD, emphasizing the importance of protein and amino acids for life.

Protein Sources

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Informational poster titled "The 101 on Omega 3" explaining what Omega 3 is, its benefits, sources, and how to measure levels, with a section on how to check if your Omega 3 levels are sufficient, on a light-colored background.

Omega 3

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Infographic detailing four tips for aligning with the circadian rhythm, including anchoring your morning with sunlight, maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, limiting blue light at night, and timing meals strategically, with illustrations of the sun, clock, person reading, and a clock icon.

Circadian Rhythm

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An educational poster explaining blood sugar and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). It describes what a CGM is, how it works, and its benefits, including a diagram of the sensor, skin, transceiver, blood vessel, and other components.

Blood Sugar & CGM

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The Science

Research Supporting Abdominal Therapy

A growing body of research has explored the effects of abdominal manual therapy on digestive health, gastrointestinal motility, and pelvic function. Below are several peer-reviewed studies that examine these relationships.

Scientific Evidence-Based Effects of Abdominal Massage

The Effect of Abdominal Massage on Gastrointestinal Function: A Systematic Review

Effect of Maya’s Abdominal Massage on Low Back Pain and Quality of Life among Women with Uterine Prolapse.

Abdominal Massage and Functional Constipation