Gut Health & Digestive Restoration
Functional Medicine for IBS, SIBO, Leaky Gut, Reflux, Bloating & Chronic Digestive Issues
Your gut is the foundation of your entire health. When digestion, microbiome balance, motility, or intestinal integrity are disrupted, symptoms extend far beyond the stomach—affecting your hormones, immune system, mood, metabolism, inflammation, and energy.
At Denver Sports & Holistic Medicine, Dr. Martina Sturm specializes in root-cause, functional medicine gastrointestinal care. Using advanced diagnostics, personalized nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture, nervous system regulation, and targeted supplementation, we identify the real reasons behind digestive issues and help restore balance from the inside out.
Care is available in person and through telemedicine.
Conditions Commonly Treated
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
Leaky gut & intestinal permeability
Reflux, GERD, heartburn
Bloating & abdominal distension
Constipation or diarrhea
Candida, fungal overgrowth
Parasites
Chronic nausea or poor appetite
Post-infectious IBS
Food sensitivities & intolerances
Histamine intolerance / MCAS
Ulcerative colitis & Crohn’s
Digestive symptoms related to autoimmunity or chronic illness
Our Integrative Approach to Gut Healing
1. Functional Testing to Identify the Root Cause
We use advanced diagnostics to uncover what’s driving your digestive symptoms:
• GI-MAP & comprehensive stool analysis
• SIBO breath testing
• Zonulin / intestinal permeability markers
• Organic acids (OAT) for yeast, metabolites & dysbiosis
• Pancreatic enzyme markers
• Food sensitivity testing
• Microbiome mapping
• Inflammatory markers (calprotectin, secretory IgA)
2. Microbiome Rebalancing & Pathogen Clearance
We gently and strategically address:
• Dysbiosis
• SIBO / intestinal overgrowth
• Yeast & fungal overgrowth
• Parasites
• Chronic low-grade infections
Using safe, evidence-based tools:
• Herbal antimicrobials
• Biofilm support (when appropriate)
• Probiotics & prebiotics based on testing
• Anti-inflammatory nutrition
• Acupuncture for motility & inflammation
3. Leaky Gut Repair & Inflammation Reduction
Leaky gut drives systemic inflammation, autoimmunity, hormone imbalance, and skin issues.
We support repair using:
• L-glutamine & mucosal healing nutrients
• Zinc carnosine
• Collagen & amino acids
• Anti-inflammatory botanicals
• Microbiome rebalance
• Food sensitivity elimination
4. Motility & Digestive Strength Support
Your gut cannot heal if motility is impaired.
We address:
• Vagus nerve dysfunction
• Post-infection motility disorders
• Chronic constipation
• Stress-related GI issues
Treatments include:
• Acupuncture
• Nervous system regulation
• Prokinetic support
• Breathwork & vagal retraining
• Bioenergetic therapies
→ Bioenergetic & Nervous System Therapies
5. Detoxification & Liver Support for Gut Balance
The liver and gut work together. When detox pathways are overwhelmed, digestion suffers.
Many gut symptoms originate from:
• Mold toxicity
• Lyme & co-infections
• Heavy metals
• Environmental chemicals
• Endocrine disruptors
→ Detoxification & Environmental Medicine
6. Hormone-Gut Axis Balancing
Hormonal fluctuations affect:
• Bloating
• Motility
• Microbiome diversity
• Stress response
• Inflammation
→ Hormone & Metabolic Optimization
7. Nutrition & Lifestyle Personalization
We create targeted nutrition strategies based on your physiology:
• Anti-inflammatory gut-healing nutrition
• Low FODMAP (when indicated)
• Anti-candida or anti-microbial diets
• Histamine-friendly protocols
• Blood sugar stabilization
• Stress & sleep optimization
Common Symptoms of Gut Imbalance
Bloating (after meals or constant)
Abdominal pain or cramping
Constipation or diarrhea
Reflux or burning
Nausea or early fullness
Gas, burping, indigestion
Food sensitivities
Brain fog, fatigue, irritability
Skin issues (eczema, acne, hives, psoriasis)
Hormonal symptoms
Autoimmune activation
Gut Health Matters for Your Whole Body
When the gut heals, everything improves:
Energy
Mood
Hormone balance
Immunity
Skin
Inflammation
Cognitive clarity
Stress resilience
This is foundational medicine.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Martina Sturm
✔ Expert in complex chronic GI cases
✔ Functional & integrative medicine training
✔ Evidence-based herbal & nutritional therapy
✔ Acupuncture + nervous system support
✔ Whole-person, root-cause evaluation
✔ Telemedicine nationwide + in-person support
Start Your Gut Healing Journey
If you’re struggling with IBS, SIBO, leaky gut, bloating, or chronic digestive issues, there is a root cause.
Begin your personalized gut healing plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What causes IBS, SIBO, or chronic bloating?
Common causes include dysbiosis, food sensitivities, low stomach acid, leaky gut, stress, vagus nerve dysfunction, infections, mold exposure, and poor motility. We identify the underlying cause through targeted testing.
2. What is the difference between SIBO and IBS?
SIBO is bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, while IBS is a broader diagnosis describing symptoms. Many IBS cases are actually undiagnosed SIBO.
3. Can gut issues cause fatigue, anxiety, or brain fog?
Yes. The gut-brain axis strongly influences mood, energy, focus, and emotional balance through the vagus nerve, inflammation, and neurotransmitter production.
4. How long does it take to heal the gut?
Most patients experience improvement within 4–12 weeks. Chronic or complex cases (SIBO relapses, mold-related GI issues, autoimmune gut patterns) may require deeper work over several months.
5. Do you treat Candida or fungal overgrowth?
Yes. We use functional testing and targeted antifungal herbal protocols, paired with dietary support and microbiome rebuilding.
6. Can you help with reflux or GERD without medication?
Often yes. Reflux is frequently caused by low stomach acid, infections, poor motility, or delayed emptying—and improves with root-cause treatment.
7. Do you offer telemedicine for GI issues?
Yes. Functional gut evaluation, testing, and treatment planning are fully available via telemedicine.