In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, Dr. Ben Weitz hosts Dane Johnson, a board-certified holistic nutritionist and health coach, to discuss overcoming inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dane shares his personal journey from being diagnosed with severe ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease to nearly dying, and how he naturally recovered to help thousands with IBD through his consulting firm, Crohn's Colitis Lifestyle. Dane delves deep into the significance of gut health, the role of diet and lifestyle, and the importance of addressing root causes like poor digestion, microbiome imbalance, and drainage pathways. He emphasizes customizing treatment plans, starting with gentle therapies, and building resilience through a holistic approach that combines dietary modifications, functional medicine, and mental well-being.
00:00 Introduction to the Rational Wellness Podcast
00:29 Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
01:09 Dane Johnson's Personal Journey with IBD
04:30 Technical Difficulties and Continuation
05:29 Dane's Struggles and Misdiagnoses
08:46 The Lowest Point and Hospitalization
17:23 Road to Recovery and Natural Medicine
25:58 Elemental Diet and Nutritional Strategies
32:46 Understanding IBD Symptoms and Challenges
33:39 Dietary Debates: Fruit vs. Carnivore
34:45 Healing Journey: From Gym to Movie Sets
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