#322: Reversing Crohn’s, Colitis, and IBD with Dane Johnson
Nov 6, 2023
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Dane Johnson, a Board Certified Nutritionist with expertise in IBD, Crohn’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis, shares his journey of reversing IBD symptoms. He discusses the importance of addressing root causes, improving overall well-being, and using functional medicine/holistic approaches for healing. The podcast also explores the prevalence of IBS, boosting immunity, navigating antiviral chemo treatment, understanding leaky gut and food allergies, exploring brain performance supplements, and healing the gut through personalized diets.
Improving gut health is crucial for managing IBD, focusing on digestion and healing the gut lining is essential.
Reevaluating our relationship with convenience and choosing whole, organic foods can support the body's natural healing processes.
Approaching food with a mindset of freedom and balance, while consistently making healthy choices, can help in healing from IBD and enjoying a variety of foods.
Deep dives
Understanding the Importance of Healing the Gut
Healing the gut is essential for managing IBD. When the gut lining is damaged and the body can't absorb nutrients properly, symptoms like chronic bleeding, pain, and inflammation occur. Low stomach acid, lack of enzymes, and imbalanced microbiome play a role in IBD. A focus on digestion and improving gut health is crucial for managing symptoms.
Reevaluating Convenience and its Impact on Health
Convenience can come at a cost when it comes to health. The modern diet, filled with processed foods and chemicals, has led to an increase in gut-related issues. By reevaluating our relationship with convenience and choosing whole, organic foods, we can support the body's natural healing processes.
Moving Toward Food Freedom and Balance
Approaching food with a mindset of freedom and balance can help in healing from IBD. It's about finding what works for individual bodies and building a shield against harmful substances. By being consistent with healthy choices and assessing risk, individuals can thrive and enjoy a variety of foods without fear or restriction.
The Mind-Body Connection and Healing
Healing from IBD requires a holistic approach that involves the mind, body, and spirit. Cultivating happiness, gratitude, and letting go of anger and resentment plays a crucial role in the healing process. Building a strong mindset, along with addressing the physical components of the condition, can lead to overall well-being and symptom relief.
Importance of a Functional Medicine Community
Having a supportive community and access to a functional medicine-based approach is crucial for managing chronic illnesses like IBS and IBD. Traditional doctors often lack the time and resources to provide comprehensive care needed for these conditions. A functional practitioner coach or community can offer personalized protocols, case studies, and emotional support to improve chances of success in managing symptoms and achieving overall health and happiness.
Uncovering Root Causes and Empowering the Body
The key to addressing IBD and IBS lies in identifying and addressing root causes and empowering the body to heal. Common root causes include viral infections, compromised gut health, and imbalanced microbiome. By boosting digestion, clearing liver and gallbladder, strengthening the gut lining, and supporting detox pathways, it is possible to improve symptoms and achieve remission. Additionally, personalized coaching, lab testing, and lifestyle modifications can play a crucial role in restoring balance and enabling long-term success in managing these chronic conditions.
#322: Reversing Crohn’s, Colitis, and IBD with Dane Johnson
Dane Johnson is a Board Certified Nutritionist with expertise in IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease), Crohn’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis, and a pioneer of natural medicine and self-healing. To date, he has the most testimonies in the world for reversing IBD symptoms. His international team of coaches have all reversed their own symptoms of IBD, Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis using his fully customized S.H.I.E.L.D Program, and work with over 100+ cases a week helping others reverse their IBD.
In this episode, Dane shares his incredible journey from being near death to reclaiming his health by reversing the symptoms of what doctors say is “a lifelong, incurable disease.” Dane educates us on all the ins and outs of IBD, Crohn’s and Colitis, the importance of addressing root causes and improving overall well-being to heal, and the power of functional medicine/natural/holistic approaches when it comes to healing the gut. He also shares details about his SHIELD healing program. Whether you’re in the mood for an inspirational story, or if you or someone you know suffers from IBD, this episode is a must-listen!
— Dane’s Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle Coaching Program: https://crohnscolitislifestyle.com
— Instagram: @crohnscolitis_lifestyle https://www.instagram.com/crohnscolitis_lifestyle
Themes: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, functional medicine, gut health, holistic healing, detoxification, mental health, transformation
Chapters:
0:00:00 Introducing Dane Johnson and His Life-Changing Journey
0:03:18 Inflammation and Gut Dysbiosis
0:06:18 Dane Almost Losing His Life
0:14:11 Financial struggles and the emotional tolls of the illness
0:22:49 Shifting from Sacrifice to Investment
0:28:23 From Victimhood to Healing
0:36:58 Finding Balance and Connection in a Consistent Practice
0:37:36 Finding Consistency and Happiness in New Endeavors
0:45:05 Low Stomach Acid and Digestive Issues
0:52:42 The Physical Toll of Illness
0:55:32 Remission vs Cure: Understanding Root Causes
1:00:12 Empowering the Body: Finding Root Causes and Customized Plans
1:04:17 Ways to support detox pathways and promote liver health
1:07:19 The importance of balance in the microbiome and avoiding harmful substances
1:10:32 Discovering diets for Crohn's and colitis
1:13:25 Embracing Pain for Personal Growth and Leadership
Sponsors:
— Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove
— Cured Nutrition: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at curednutrition.com/createthelove
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