How I Healed My Gut with Dane Johnson

Dane Johnson
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Welcome to "How I Healed My Gut with Dane Johnson," where we empower individuals to take control of their gut health through natural healing methods. Hosted by Dane Johnson, the visionary founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle and a Board Certified Nutritionist, this podcast is your go-to resource for overcoming the challenges of Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Dane's inspiring journey from battling severe Crohn's to achieving wellness has transformed into a mission to help others break free from the constraints of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Through personalized, holistic care, Dane has inspired thousands globally to embrace natural healing via the S.H.I.E.L.D Program. Join us for real stories, expert interviews, and practical advice that cater to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike. Gain valuable insights into the world of gut health and beyond, and discover the possibilities of living symptom-free. Tune in on all major podcasting platforms including Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, or watch our interviews on YouTube. Let's lead the conversation on gut health together and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.

  1. 6d ago

    Keto Flex: Ben Azadi's Gut-Changing New Book EP33

    WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT Fasting and ketosis might be two of the most powerful tools for healing your gut that nobody told you about. Dane sits down with metabolic health expert and bestselling author Ben Azadi to break down how fat adaptation, intermittent fasting, and a whole-food ketogenic approach can calm inflammation, rebalance the microbiome, and starve out the root-cause pathogens driving chronic gut illness — with strategies that work even if you're underweight, malnourished, or can't tolerate fat yet.   ABOUT BEN AZADI Ben Azadi is a world-renowned health expert, 4x bestselling author, and host of the top-rated Metabolic Freedom Podcast. Once obese and confused by misinformation, Ben transformed his life—and now empowers millions to master their metabolism, burn fat, and reclaim vibrant health. His science-based strategies and high-energy speaking style inspire lasting change for audiences worldwide.   BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS Your gut heals when it rests. Around 14 hours into a fast, digestion wraps up and your body shifts into repair mode. Even just cutting out snacks and eating within a 12-hour window makes a real difference. Crashing during a fast? You're probably not fat-adapted. Once your body learns to run on ketones instead of sugar, fasting gets easier and way more powerful. Healing IBD and living longer are the same goal. Lower insulin, fix the microbiome, reduce inflammation — what heals your gut also protects you from cancer, diabetes, and heart disease down the road. Keto starves out the bad guys. Candida, SIBO, and fungal overgrowth feed on carbs. Drop the sugar, get fat-adapted, and you shift the gut environment in your favor. Carnivore is a reset, not a lifestyle. A 30 to 90 day carnivore window can give a reactive gut real relief — but if you can't reintroduce foods afterward, something deeper still needs attention.   RESOURCES MENTIONED 📋 Book your Free IBD Strategy Session  🎓 IBD UNIVERSITY| 2000+ global IBD members 🛒 IBD Starter Pack (18% discount) 📖 Ben Azadi's New Book — Keto Flex Revised (OUT NOW)   CONNECT WITH Ben Azadi 🌐 Website 📸 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🌐 LinkedIn 🌐 Podcast 📸 YouTube 📸 Facebook   CONNECT WITH DANE JOHNSON & CCL 🌐 Website 📸 Dane's Instagram 📸 CCL Instagram 🎥 YouTube   FREE IBD SESSION Ready to take the next step? Book your free 1-hour IBD strategy session with one of our specialists and let's figure out what healing looks like for you. 👉 BOOK HERE 🌐 CrohnsColitisLifestyle.com

  2. May 25 ·  Video

    Combining Natural & Conventional Medicine for IBD EP32

    WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT Most IBD patients never get the conversation they actually need with their doctor — the real, unhurried breakdown of what conventional medicine can and can't do, what natural medicine can and can't do, and how the two can work together. In this episode, Dane holds that space. Drawing on over a decade of personal experience — from being bedridden on TPN feeding tubes, IV prednisone, and Dilaudid at the height of his illness, to achieving long-term remission through a natural-first approach — he walks through steroids, biologics, immunomodulators, and mesalamine with honesty, nuance, and zero judgment. The message is simple: conventional medicine saved his life. Natural medicine gave him his life back. And it's the combination of both, done strategically, that creates the best chance at lasting healing.   ABOUT Dane Johnson Dane is the founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle, inspired by his life-threatening battle with Crohn's/Colitis, which he reversed using natural practices. As a Board Certified Nutritionist and one of the most successful Crohn's/Colitis coaches in the world, he has helped thousands around the world find their unique answer to IBD while building a community of supporters, doctors and healers!   BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS Conventional medicine saves lives — natural medicine gives them back. Both have a role, and villainizing either one costs you. The goal is a smart strategy that uses each where it's strongest. Everything you do naturally makes conventional medicine work better. Reducing your inflammatory load, healing your gut lining, and addressing root pathogens increases the efficacy of biologics and steroids while lowering the risk of adverse reactions. Avoiding surgery is the top priority. You can always come off a medication. You can't always get your colon back. Every decision should be made with that in mind. How you taper steroids matters as much as whether you use them. Coming off too fast is one of the most common reasons people end up back on prednisone — slowing the taper while running a natural protocol in parallel can change the outcome entirely. Consistent, personalized coaching beats generic advice every time. Handing someone a supplement list and a diet change without ongoing support is a recipe for failure. Real results come from repeated, customized check-ins that evolve with your body.   RESOURCES MENTIONED 📋 Book your Free IBD Strategy Session  🎓 IBD UNIVERSITY| 2000+ global IBD members 🛒 IBD Starter Pack (18% discount)   CONNECT WITH DANE JOHNSON & CCL 🌐 Website 📸 Dane's Instagram 📸 CCL Instagram 🎥 YouTube   FREE IBD SESSION Ready to take the next step? Book your free 1-hour IBD strategy session with one of our specialists and let's figure out what healing looks like for you. 👉 BOOK HERE 🌐 CrohnsColitisLifestyle.com

  3. Apr 30

    Breast Implant Related Illness w/ Dr. Rob Whitfield EP31

    WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT Most doctors never consider breast implants as a root cause of chronic illness — but Dr. Robert Whitfield has spent years proving they should. In this episode, Dane sits down with the world-renowned holistic plastic surgeon and leading authority on breast implant illness to unpack the hidden science behind biofilm, bacterial contamination, oxidative stress, and the genetic factors that determine who gets sick and who doesn't. It all started with a breast cancer patient harboring a silent E. coli infection for years — no redness, no fever, just crushing fatigue. That case changed everything. Together, Dane and Dr. Whitfield break down why so many people suffer without answers, and what a truly comprehensive approach to surgical recovery — the SHARP Method — actually looks like.   ABOUT DR. ROB WHITFIELD Dr. Robert Whitfield is a board-certified plastic surgeon and functional medicine expert based in Austin, TX. He's the creator of the SHARP™ Method (Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program) — an evidence-based protocol built to reduce chronic inflammation and get the body healing from the inside out.   BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS Bacteria quietly colonize implants and form biofilm, driving chronic inflammation with zero obvious symptoms beyond fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain. Your genes decide your vulnerability. 83% of Dr. Whitfield's patients share specific SNPs in methylation, vitamin D, and antioxidant pathways — and most never knew it. Bacterial contamination triggers an oxidative cascade in breast tissue that produces a measurable biomarker now being studied as a diagnostic marker for implant-related illness. A 60–90 day functional medicine protocol before surgery — covering gut health, toxin burden, hormones, and genetics — can reduce symptoms by 30–70% before a patient ever goes under anesthesia. Dr. Whitfield no longer places implants. He now performs natural reconstructions using the patient's own fat — and has a protocol to maintain those results long term.   RESOURCES MENTIONED 📋 Book your Free IBD Strategy Session  🎓 IBD UNIVERSITY| 2000+ global IBD members 🛒 IBD Starter Pack (18% discount) 📖 Dr. Whitfield's Book — The SHARP Method   CONNECT WITH Dr. Robert Whitfield 🌐 Website 📸 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🌐 LinkedIn   CONNECT WITH DANE JOHNSON & CCL 🌐 Website 📸 Dane's Instagram 📸 CCL Instagram 🎥 YouTube   FREE IBD SESSION Ready to take the next step? Book your free 1-hour IBD strategy session with one of our specialists and let's figure out what healing looks like for you. 👉 BOOK HERE 🌐 CrohnsColitisLifestyle.com

  4. Feb 23

    Releasing Shame with IBD: Turning Pain Into Power EP30

    Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Shame is one of the most hidden and destructive forces in the IBD journey. In this raw and vulnerable solo episode, Dane opens up about something he rarely discussed in his early years with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease: deep-rooted shame. Shame about bowel movements. Shame about blood in the stool. Shame about dating. Shame about masculinity. Shame about being different. And the most powerful realization? It is not what you think that is the problem. It is not what they think that is the problem. It is what you think they think about you that becomes the prison. Dane shares how shame kept him hiding his diagnosis, delaying care, feeling less than, and shrinking himself socially and emotionally. He explains how trauma and shame directly impact the nervous system, stress levels, relationships, and even healing outcomes. This episode is about taking your power back. Biggest Takeaways: Shame thrives in silence. Healing begins with awareness and expression. You cannot fully heal physically if you are hiding emotionally. Confidence comes from transparency, not perfection. Gratitude reframes trauma and weakens shame. Relatability is more powerful than idolization. When you take ownership of your story, you take back control of your life. Resources Mentioned: Book your complimentary IBD strategy session with a support specialist today: FREE IBD Strategy Session Join IBD University to connect, train, and become self-empowered with 1000+ global IBD members (instant access): IBD University | INSTANT ACCESS Get Your IBD Starter pack here to combat IBD with an included 18% discount! https://theibdshop.com/collections/bundles/products/ibd-starter-pack Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! - https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Connect with Dane Johnson and CCLifestyle: Website Dane's Instagram CCL Instagram YouTube

  5. Feb 16

    5 Biggest Mistakes Healing IBD Symptoms EP29

    Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt If you feel like you are doing everything right trying to heal IBD symptoms but still not seeing results, this episode is for you. In this powerful solo episode, Dane Johnson reveals the five biggest mistakes people (including Dane himself) make when trying to heal Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and chronic gut inflammation. These are the hidden traps that keep people stuck in cycles of flare, restriction, burnout, and frustration. Healing IBD is not just about cutting foods or taking supplements. It is about strategy, sequencing, mindset, and addressing the deeper drivers of inflammation. If you are serious about healing, let Dane's past mistakes and lessons about healing IBD symptoms help you reach your best self in a much shorter time. You have the ability to make IBD the reason you take your power back and become the healthiest version of yourself. The 5 Biggest Mistakes: Lack of consistency to run a day-to-day plan - what Dane calls "The Daily Blueprint" Not simplifying the moving variables Celebrating with harmful things the moment things start to improve Trying to heal alone Not knowing what needs to be hit first  Resources Mentioned: Book your complimentary IBD strategy session with a support specialist today:  FREE IBD Strategy Session Join IBD University to connect, train, and become self-empowered with 1000+ global IBD members (instant access): IBD University | INSTANT ACCESS Get Your IBD Starter pack here to combat IBD with an included 18% discount! https://theibdshop.com/collections/bundles/products/ibd-starter-pack Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! - https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Connect with Dane Johnson and CCLifestyle: Website Dane's Instagram CCL Instagram YouTube

  6. 10/27/2025

    Building the FritoLay of Real Food w/ Steven Rofrano EP28

    Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt In this episode, Dane sits down with Steven Rofrano, co-founder and CEO of Ancient Crunch, to uncover the surprising truth about modern snacks and how most of them are harming our gut health. Steven shares his journey from curious entrepreneur to health-focused innovator, who built one of the fastest-growing clean food brands in America by drawing on ancient food wisdom. After learning how industrial seed oils, modern corn processing, and artificial additives disrupt digestion and inflammation, Steven set out to do things differently. Masa Chips was born from his mission to create a snack that is not only delicious but also supports the body rather than burdens it. Together, Dane and Steven discuss how ancient traditions like nixtamalization hold the key to nutrient absorption, why simplicity in ingredients is true innovation, and how real food can help heal the gut. Check the resources down below for 20% off your first purchase of MASA Chips! Key Takeaways: Why Most Chips Are Toxic: The truth about seed oils, industrial processing, and the long-term impact they have on gut health. Ancient Wisdom for Modern Eating: How traditional food preparation like nixtamalization makes corn more digestible and nutrient-rich. The Birth of Masa Chips: Steven's journey from startup experimentation to building a multimillion-dollar company that prioritizes health over hype. Food as Function: Why real food, clean oils, and intentional sourcing are essential for lowering inflammation and improving digestion. Innovation Through Simplicity: How stripping things back to their purest form can revolutionize the way we think about nutrition and performance. Mindset of a Modern Founder: The discipline, humility, and vision it takes to lead a brand rooted in purpose, not shortcuts.   Resources Mentioned: Book your complimentary IBD strategy session with a support specialist today:  FREE IBD Strategy Session Join IBD University to connect, train, and become self-empowered with 1000+ global IBD members (instant access): IBD University | INSTANT ACCESS Get Your IBD Starter pack here to combat IBD with an included 18% discount! https://theibdshop.com/collections/bundles/products/ibd-starter-pack Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! - https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Buy MASA Chips (HHMG20 for 20% off first orders): https://www.masachips.com/?utm_source=tw&utm_medium=tw&utm_campaign=seyqs  Connect with Dane Johnson and CCLifestyle: Website Dane's Instagram CCL Instagram YouTube Connect with Steven Rofrano: Instagram X Substack LinkedIn   Get to Know Steven Rofrano & MASA Chips: ​Steven Rofrano is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ancient Crunch. Steven and his team are building the Frito-Lay of real food, focused on developing classic snacks "how they are supposed to be". Their products consist of no seed oils, fully organic ingredients, and are traditionally prepared.  Their first product, MASA Chips, launched in July '22 and reset the tallow-fried snack industry. Made with just organic corn, grass-fed tallow, and sea salt, MASA is the tortilla chip, perfected. Steven and his team remain committed to growing Ancient Crunch. Their newest product Vandy Crisps, which they deem "the potato chip perfected," is available now.

  7. 10/13/2025

    Emotional Eating, Gut Health & True Food Freedom w/ Amber Romaniuk EP27

    Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt In this powerful episode, Dane sits down with Amber Romaniuk, an Emotional Eating, Digestive, and Hormone Expert who has helped thousands of women rebuild their relationship with food, heal their digestion, and restore body confidence from the inside out. Together, Dane and Amber uncover the real root causes behind emotional eating and gut imbalance - the subconscious patterns, addictive foods, and unhealed emotions that sabotage long-term healing. Amber opens up about her personal journey of gaining and losing over 1,000 pounds, spending years trapped in binge cycles, and ultimately discovering the emotional and biochemical tools that led her to full food freedom. Whether you struggle with sugar cravings, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, or emotional burnout, this episode will help you understand why healing your relationship with food is the key to transforming your gut and your life. Key Takeaways: Emotional Eating and Gut Health: How suppressed emotions and self-criticism can directly trigger cravings, bloating, and inflammation. The Addiction Trap: Why processed foods are scientifically engineered to keep you hooked and how to break free. Food Freedom Starts Within: Healing begins when you stop punishing yourself and start addressing the emotional patterns behind your choices. The 30-Second Rule: Pause before reacting to cravings and tune in to what your body and emotions are really trying to say. Rewiring Your Nervous System: Practical steps like cold exposure, journaling, laughter, and nature grounding to shift from chaos to calm. Customization Over Perfection: Why one-size-fits-all diets fail, and how personalizing your approach to food and emotions leads to real transformation. Healing as a Journey: You cannot supplement your way out of emotional pain - you have to nurture self-forgiveness, awareness, and connection first.   Resources Mentioned: Book your complimentary IBD strategy session with a support specialist today:  FREE IBD Strategy Session Join IBD University to connect, train, and become self-empowered with 1000+ global IBD members (instant access): IBD University | INSTANT ACCESS Get Your IBD Starter pack here to combat IBD with an included 18% discount! https://theibdshop.com/collections/bundles/products/ibd-starter-pack Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! - https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt   Connect with Dane Johnson and CCLifestyle: Website Dane's Instagram CCL Instagram YouTube   Connect with Amber Romaniuk: Website The No Sugarcoating Podcast Instagram 30-minute Complimentary Body Freedom Consultation Free Emotional Eating Quiz   Get to Know Amber Romaniuk, CEO of Amber Approved Inc.: ​Amber Romaniuk is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert, with 12 years of experience helping high-achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food. She does this through addressing the key negative thoughts, patterns and limiting beliefs that keep women stuck in the same behaviors for years and decades, that they haven't been able to break.  Her podcast "The No Sugarcoating Podcast" has 2+ million downloads, over 600 episodes and is listened to in over 90 countries.  Amber overcame her own emotional eating after gaining and losing more than 1000 lbs and spending over $50,000 on binge foods, and spending 5 years balancing her hormones and digestion. She also dismantled her deep limiting beliefs and behaviors keeping her stuck in the s​ame looping patterns. Now she helps others achieve the biggest healing miracles of Body Freedom™ so they have the confidence and health to create amazing lives.

  8. 09/01/2025

    The Inflammation Solution EP26

    Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Inflammation is at the root of nearly every chronic illness, from autoimmune conditions to digestive struggles, fatigue, and joint pain. In this solo episode of How I Healed My Gut, Dane breaks down the science of inflammation and shares practical steps you can take today to sooth your inflammation. You'll learn how diet, stress, sleep, and even hidden toxins fuel inflammation and more importantly, how to reverse the cycle with simple lifestyle shifts. Whether you're battling chronic illness or just want more energy and resilience, this episode will give you a clear roadmap to reduce inflammation and support long-term healing. If you've been searching for answers to stubborn health issues, this episode will show you how targeting inflammation can be the missing piece in your healing journey. What You'll Discover in This Episode: The difference between acute and chronic inflammation How everyday choices can silently fuel an inflamed body The surprising connection between gut health and inflammation Foods that drive vs. fight inflammation Practical strategies to cool inflammation naturally Why mindset, rest, and stress management are just as important as diet Resources Mentioned: Book your complimentary IBD strategy session with a support specialist today:  FREE IBD Strategy Session Join IBD University to connect, train, and become self-empowered with 1000+ global IBD members (instant access): IBD University | INSTANT ACCESS Get Your IBD Starter pack here to combat IBD with an included 18% discount! https://theibdshop.com/collections/bundles/products/ibd-starter-pack Book your 100% Free IBD Strategy Session with one of our IBD specialists For Life Changing RESULTS! - https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply/?el=src-yt Connect with Dane Johnson and CCLifestyle: Website Dane's Instagram CCL Instagram YouTube

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Welcome to "How I Healed My Gut with Dane Johnson," where we empower individuals to take control of their gut health through natural healing methods. Hosted by Dane Johnson, the visionary founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle and a Board Certified Nutritionist, this podcast is your go-to resource for overcoming the challenges of Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Dane's inspiring journey from battling severe Crohn's to achieving wellness has transformed into a mission to help others break free from the constraints of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Through personalized, holistic care, Dane has inspired thousands globally to embrace natural healing via the S.H.I.E.L.D Program. Join us for real stories, expert interviews, and practical advice that cater to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike. Gain valuable insights into the world of gut health and beyond, and discover the possibilities of living symptom-free. Tune in on all major podcasting platforms including Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, or watch our interviews on YouTube. Let's lead the conversation on gut health together and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.

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