Summary
In this episode, weight management expert Narada Zeco Powell interviews Dr. Dane Johnson, CEO and Founder of the Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle. They discuss Dane’s personal journey with IBD and his mission to help others find relief.
They explore the importance of understanding nutrition and building a customized plan for managing IBD. Dane shares insights on optimizing digestion, gut health, and the role of stress in IBD.
They also discuss the use of functional lab tests and the potential for symptom improvement with the Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle program.
In this conversation, Dane Johnson, CEO & Founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, discusses the importance of functional labs in identifying root causes of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
He recommends specific tests such as quantitative PCR stool analysis and organic acid tests to assess gut health and identify issues like Candida overgrowth and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Dane also highlights the prevalence of viruses and bacteria in IBD patients and the need for comprehensive blood analysis. He shares a success story of a client who achieved symptom-free remission through targeted interventions.
Dane emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear foods and adopting a personalized approach to healing, taking control of one’s health journey.
Takeaways
Functional labs are essential for identifying root causes of IBD and guiding personalized treatment plans.
Quantitative PCR stool analysis and organic acid tests can provide valuable insights into gut health and identify issues like Candida overgrowth and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Viruses and bacteria play a significant role in chronic inflammation in the colon, and testing for these can help inform treatment strategies.
Overcoming fear foods and gradually reintroducing them can help individuals with IBD expand their diet and improve their quality of life.
Taking control of one’s health journey and adopting a holistic approach that addresses all aspects of well-being is crucial for long-term healing.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:04 Starting the Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle
09:08 Dane’s Journey to Healing
14:23 Creating the Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle
19:30 Understanding Nutrition for IBD
25:32 Building Your Own Shield
30:20 Optimizing Digestion and Gut Health
35:22 Testing and Customized Plans
36:25 Importance of Functional Labs
37:20 Quantitative PCR Stool Analysis and Organic Acid Test
38:16 Mitochondria Dysfunction and Blood Analysis
39:40 Viruses and Bacteria
41:34 Common Root Issues: Candida
44:00 Overcoming Fear Foods
46:51 Personalized Approach to Healing
50:11 Taking Control of Your Health
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