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Gut issues are incredibly common in scleroderma — but they also show up across many autoimmune diseases. In this episode, I’m diving deep into how scleroderma affects the gut, why gut motility and vagal tone matter so much, and what you can actually do to support digestion and resilience — whether or not you have a scleroderma diagnosis.

If you’re dealing with bloating, reflux, constipation, food sensitivities, SIBO, or nutrient deficiencies — this one is for you.

I’ll cover:

• How excess collagen and nervous system changes affect gut function
• Why so many people end up on PPIs — and what to do alongside them
• How to safely support motility and nutrient absorption
• My go-to foods and supplements for gut repair and resilience
• The critical role of vagal tone — and simple ways to improve it
• Practical steps to address stubborn constipation

Plus I’ll share how I use Nurosym for vagus nerve support (discount code VH5 for 5% off here), and how our Gut Health Testing Package can help you get to the root of your gut symptoms. Learn more here.

And don’t miss our upcoming live Q&A on Foods to Eat for Autoimmune Disease inside The Autoimmune Forum — happening 18th June. Link in show notes.

Your gut can heal — and this episode will give you the tools to start.

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dane Johnson—holistic nutritionist and founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle—to unpack his journey of reversing life-threatening Crohn’s disease using natural, integrative therapies. After multiple hospitalisations, failed medications, and being told he had few options left, Dane made the radical decision to take charge of his own recovery. What followed was years of experimentation, research, and ultimately the development of the S.H.I.E.L.D. method—his signature approach to managing and reversing IBD.

We explore the tools and therapies that helped Dane regain his health, including targeted supplements, herbal protocols, mindset work, and key dietary shifts. We also touch on the emotional toll of chronic illness, what it's like to challenge conventional narratives around disease, and how to rebuild hope when your body feels like it's failing you.

If you or someone you love is navigating Crohn’s, colitis, or another chronic gut condition, this conversation is both eye-opening and deeply encouraging. It’s a reminder that with the right strategy and support, recovery is possible—even when it seems out of reach.

Connect with Dane Johnson

• 🌐 Website: Crohn's Colitis Lifestyle
• 📸 Instagram: @danejohnson1
• 📘 Facebook: Crohn's Colitis Lifestyle

Other helpful resources:

• Ossa Organics Bone Broth – use code VJ10 for 10% off
• BodyBio supplements – including phospholipids and butyrate for detox and cell repair - use code VJ15 for 15% off.
• Nurosym vagus nerve stimulation – code VH5 for 5% off which you can learn more about here.

You can also download your free copy of The Autoimmunity Recovery Plan here.

Thanks for listening! You can join The Autoimmune Forum on Facebook or find me on Instagram @theautoimmunitynutritionist.

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In this episode, I uncover the hidden role that methylation plays in hair loss—particularly in conditions like alopecia areata—and why supporting your methylation pathways could be the missing link in your healing journey.

We explore:

• What methylation actually is and why it impacts hair, immune balance, detox, and energy
• The key nutrients involved (like B12, folate, choline, and glycine)—and what happens when they’re depleted
• How genetics like MTHFR, COMT, and CBS variants can affect your hair growth, hormone clearance, and mood
• The symptom patterns I see in clinic that point to sluggish methylation (even without testing)
• My personal experience with alopecia areata, functional testing, and how uncovering my methylation issues changed everything
• How to use testing like Lifecode Gx and Metabolomix+ to identify methylation blocks
• Food, lifestyle, and supplement strategies I use personally and with clients to support these pathways—gently and effectively

You’ll come away with a fresh perspective on hair loss—one that goes beyond iron and hormones—and practical tools to support your body where it needs it most.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Lifecode Gx methylation panel – available through the Autoimmune Nutrition Clinic
• Metabolomix+ advanced nutrient and detox test
• Ossa Organics Bone Broth – use code VJ10 for 10% off
• BodyBio supplements – including phospholipids and butyrate for detox and cell repair - use code VJ15 for 15% off.
• Bon Charge red light therapy – supports hair and skin health (code AUTOIMMUNITY for 15% off)
• Nurosym vagus nerve stimulation – code VH5 for 5% off which you can learn more about here.

Whether you’ve been dealing with hair loss for years or you’re only just starting to connect the dots between fatigue, gut health, and methylation—this episode will give you the insight and clarity you need to move forward.

You can also download your free copy of The Autoimmunity Recovery Plan here.

Thanks for listening! You can join The Autoimmune Forum on Facebook or find me on Instagram @theautoimmunitynutritionist.