Carnivore Conversations 116. Josh Dech
Dec 13, 2024
Josh Dech, a Holistic Nutritionist and physician's consultant, specializes in Crohn’s and Colitis, having reversed ulcerative colitis in many patients. He dives into the carnivore diet's potential benefits and challenges for autoimmune conditions, especially gut health. Josh shares actionable tips on starting the carnivore diet safely and addresses common misconceptions around it. He also explores the connection between diet, inflammation, and overall wellness, advocating for a holistic approach and the importance of personalized nutrition.
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Powerlifting After Health Transformation
- Josh Dech helped a disabled woman on 26 daily pills break a world record in powerlifting after two years of health changes.
- This showcased the body's incredible capacity to heal with the right nutrition and lifestyle approach.
Crohn's Not Truly Autoimmune
- Crohn's and colitis aren't truly autoimmune but immune-mediated, attacking foreign particles, not self.
- This explains the damaging bystander effect causing tissue harm around invaders.
Genetics Influenced by Environment
- Genetics alone don't cause Crohn's or colitis; less than 30% show family history.
- Environmental toxins and poor inputs disrupt genes, leading to disease expression.