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. 2d ago

    Healing Is in Your DNA EP35

    WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT What if the reason you can't fix your gut has nothing to do with your diet or your supplements, and everything to do with the instruction manual you were born with? Kash Kiran joins Dane to break down why two people can eat the exact same meal and have completely opposite reactions, why 144,000 chemicals have been added to our environment since the 1970s, and why the DNA tests most people rely on are barely scratching the surface. This one will make you see your body in a completely different way. ABOUT KASH KIRAN Kash Kiran is a bestselling author, two-time TEDx speaker, and celebrity longevity coach who pioneered functional genomics through The DNA Company. After developing psoriasis, migraines, depression, and severe gut issues in his late thirties and getting nowhere with conventional medicine, he spent years reverse engineering his own biology and built an algorithm-driven approach that gives people a personalized blueprint for why their health breaks down, not just whether it might. Learn more at thednacompany.com. BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS Your genes are not your destiny, but they are your blueprint. Understanding which genetic pathways are broken, from glutathione production to gut wall protection, is what separates temporary relief from lasting healing. The missing gut gene that changes everything. Kash has zero copies of GSTM1, the gene responsible for neutralizing toxins before they enter the bloodstream. Without it, leaky gut, neuroinflammation, and autoimmunity are not random. They are predictable. One gene tells you whether you should eat plants or focus on your microbiome. The FUT2 gene determines whether your body is wired to thrive on plant foods or to naturally maintain gut diversity, and it might finally explain why certain diets work beautifully for some people and wreck others completely. RESOURCES MENTIONED 📋 Book your Free IBD Strategy Session  🎓 IBD UNIVERSITY| 2000+ global IBD members 🛒 IBD Starter Pack (18% discount) 🛒Get $50 Off Your DNA Test (Code: danejohnson)   CONNECT WITH KASH KIRAN 🌐 Website 📸 Instagram 📸 LinkedIn 🌐 The DNA Company   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. Aug 17

    Your Chronic Health Issues Are Solvable EP34

    WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT What happens when a bad batch of mayonnaise in Costa Rica derails your entire gut for the next decade? That is exactly how Lindsey Parsons' story begins, and it is a story that millions of people living with IBS, SIBO, Hashimoto's and chronic bloating will recognize immediately. In this episode, Dane sits down with Lindsey to pull apart the cascade that starts with one bout of food poisoning and quietly snowballs into post-infectious IBS, autoimmune disease and a microbiome that feels impossible to stabilize. They get into the nitty-gritty of biofilm, the migrating motor complex, fiber-loading strategies and why the stool tests people rely on are only giving you a fraction of the picture. ABOUT LINDSEY PARSONS Lindsey Parsons holds a doctorate in education and is a functional health coach based in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in reversing gut disease and stabilizing the microbiome. Her passion for the gut grew directly from her own decade-long battle with post-infectious IBS, Hashimoto's and endometriosis, all of which she has since reversed through functional medicine. She is the host of the podcast The Perfect Stool: Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome and the founder of her own supplement line. You can learn more and a book a free breakthrough session at highdesethealthcoaching.com.   BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS One food poisoning event can change everything. A single infection can damage the migrating motor complex, the gut's internal cleaning system, triggering post-infectious IBS that keeps recurring and opening the door to leaky gut and autoimmune disease. 80% of IBS cases are rooted in SIBO, and most go undetected. Because the small intestine can't be reliably assessed through standard stool testing, the bacterial overgrowth driving chronic bloating, loose stool, and food sensitivities is routinely missed. Tests like the IBS Smart and the Candida plus IBS profile from Vibrant are among the best tools to find the real root cause. Fiber and butyrate are the backbone of lasting recovery. Rebuilding butyrate-producing bacteria through a slow, strategic increase in diverse fiber is one of the most powerful tools for healing the colon, closing leaky gut, and cooling the chronic inflammation that drives autoimmune disease.   RESOURCES MENTIONED 📋 Book your Free IBD Strategy Session  🎓 IBD UNIVERSITY| 2000+ global IBD members 🛒 IBD Starter Pack (18% discount) 🛒 The Perfect Stool Supplements 🎓 Quiz on which tests will help you find your root cause   CONNECT WITH Lindsey Parsons 🌐 Website 📸 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🌐 Pinterest 🌐 Podcast 📸 X 📸 Facebook 📸 Facebook Gut Healing Group   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. Jul 21

    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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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.

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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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