What are the 12 steps in gutWise?
The 12 steps in gutWise are a practical, step-by-step method developed to strengthen gut health and reduce low-grade inflammation in the body.
Each week we introduce one new, concrete action you can take in everyday life, from replacing sugar with unrefined and gut-friendly alternatives, to eating more fermented foods, fiber, and healthy fat sources. If you need more than one week for a specific step, simply wait before moving on.
The idea is simple: small, doable changes over time create big, lasting results. Through the app's 12 steps, you get both insight and inspiration to make smart, wise choices for healthier days and a body and brain that function as well as possible. You have become gutWise.
What do I gain from following the gutWise program?
When you follow the gutWise program, you shift to a diet and lifestyle that can strengthen your gut and your overall health. You give your body better conditions to function the way it is meant to.
Many people experience:
- more stable energy throughout the day
- less sugar craving and better appetite regulation
- a calmer stomach and less bloating
- relief from symptoms linked to chronic lifestyle-related conditions
- fewer colds
- better sleep
- mental clarity, improved memory, and concentration
At a deeper level, this is about strengthening your gut microbiota, stabilizing blood sugar, and reducing the low-grade inflammatory process that underlies many of today's lifestyle-related health issues.
Who is gutWise made for?
gutWise is made for people who want to take care of their health in a knowledge-based and sustainable way.
It is suitable for people who want to:
- ensure a healthy diet for themselves and their family without ultra-processed foods
- prevent illness and have more energy in everyday life
- improve training effects and recovery
- address issues such as bloating, low energy, or a desire to lose weight
- adopt a diet and lifestyle that can strengthen gut health and help prevent or relieve lifestyle-related health problems
The program is designed to be adapted to different starting points and dietary preferences. You start where you are and follow the steps at your own pace.
Is this difficult to follow in a busy everyday life?
No, quite the opposite.
gutWise is designed to work in a busy everyday life. You work on one step at a time, and each step is concrete and practical. The recipes are developed to support multiple dietary preferences.
This is not about perfection, it is about progress.
The knowledge and insight you gain step by step helps you use the principles in your own favorite meals and navigate better both in the grocery store and when eating at restaurants. You may only need small adjustments, such as adding fermented foods, changing flour type, or adjusting your meal rhythm. These are practical changes that can have a meaningful long-term effect.
If you slip, just continue from where you left off. Every small step counts.
Do I need prior knowledge about nutrition or health?
No.
Everything you need to know is explained in a simple and understandable way in the app. We translate research and experience into practical advice you can use right away.
You do not need to know anything beforehand, the most important thing is that you are curious and willing to try.
What makes gutWise different from other nutrition programs?
gutWise differs from traditional nutrition programs because we focus on foods that can strengthen gut health, not on food logging and calorie counting. The program can support sensible weight reduction over time by reducing inflammation and improving metabolism, energy levels, and your motivation to move.
The method is based on a balanced diet of clean, minimally processed ingredients that provide fiber, polyphenols, healthy fatty acids, and natural lactic acid bacteria. This nourishes beneficial gut bacteria, enriches their diversity, and provides the resources they need to carry out their functions for the body, immune system, and brain.
An enriched diversity of beneficial gut bacteria can then produce a wide range of nutrients not found in food itself. They can help strengthen the gut barrier and reduce chronic low-grade inflammation, an inflammatory process that can otherwise impair body and brain function and is a key driver behind many modern lifestyle-related health problems.
When gut function improves and inflammation is reduced, hormones and signaling molecules also work better, including those that regulate appetite, blood sugar, mood, sleep, and energy metabolism. Look forward to feeling how your body and brain can function when this weakening inflammation is largely absent.
The gutWise method supports better metabolic function, increased energy expenditure, more everyday vitality, and more sustainable weight reduction and stronger long-term health. We work holistically with food, meal rhythm, stress reduction, sleep, and activity, and build new habits step by step so that changes last.
How quickly can I expect results?
Some people notice a difference after just a few days, especially in energy and digestion. Others need several weeks, because the body needs time to adapt and build new, stable habits. It may take some time before you notice gradual improvements.
If you live with chronic conditions, such as autoimmune disorders, you may need a more intensive approach, such as Gut Reset (gutWise intensive), to achieve full effect. This is a dedicated approach for a more intensive focus on repairing leaky gut.
Do I need to follow every step perfectly?
No.
This is not an "all or nothing" program. Health is created by what you do consistently, not by what you do perfectly. The most important thing is to get started and build habits that last. Every single step you take can contribute to positive change.
Can I combine gutWise with other treatment or diets?
Yes, gutWise is designed as a supplement and can be adapted to different needs and dietary preferences.
If you have specific health challenges or use medication, we also recommend consulting your doctor. Feel free to take blood tests before and after the 12 steps, and enjoy seeing positive results in your lab values together with your doctor.
Using the app
Which devices can I use gutWise on?
The gutWise app can be used on mobile phones and tablets.
Can I use the app on a computer?
At present, gutWise is only available on mobile phones and tablets, and cannot be used on a computer.
Can I use the app without internet?
No, the app requires an internet connection to function.
How do I change language in the app?
You can change language like this:
Open the app → go to your profile → Personal settings → Language → choose your preferred language
Subscription
What does a gutWise subscription cost?
A monthly subscription costs NOK 179 per month.
An annual subscription costs NOK 999 per year.
Is there a free trial period?
Yes, you get a 7-day free trial with full access to all content.
After the trial period, the subscription is automatically activated unless it is cancelled before the period ends.
How do I stop my subscription?
iPhone:
- Go to the App Store
- Tap your profile
- Select Subscriptions
- Select gutWise and cancel
You can also go via: Settings → profile → Subscriptions → gutWise
Android:
- Go to Google Play
- Tap your profile
- Select Payments and subscriptions
- Go to Subscriptions → gutWise
How is the subscription renewed?
The subscription renews automatically each period (monthly or yearly) until it is cancelled.
How do I upgrade from a monthly to an annual subscription?
This is done through the App Store or Google Play.
The annual subscription is activated at the start of the next billing period.
How do I get a refund?
If the subscription was purchased via the App Store or Google Play, refunds must be handled directly through them.
How do I use a gift card or discount code?
Go to: Profile → Gift card and discount code → enter the code → confirm
Technical questions
How do I restore my password?
Login and subscription are linked to your account in the App Store or Google Play. If you have access issues, this must be handled through your account there.
How do I update payment information?
gutWise does not store payment information.
To update your payment method, do this in:
- App Store (iPhone)
- Google Play (Android)
