What if managing Crohn’s disease isn’t only about treating symptoms, but understanding the deeper factors that may be affecting your gut health?In this episode of the Elemental Evan Show, I sit down with Dane Johnson, founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, to talk about his personal journey with Crohn’s disease and the lifestyle changes that transformed the way he approached his health.We go beyond the typical conversation about medications and restrictive diets and explore the bigger picture of gut health, inflammation, nutrition, stress, the gut-brain connection, lifestyle, and finding your individual path toward better health.Dane shares what he learned through his own experience with Crohn’s, the mistakes he made early on, and why he believes we need to look deeper than symptoms when addressing chronic digestive conditions.In this episode, we discuss:• Dane’s journey with Crohn’s disease and his lowest point• The difference between managing symptoms and addressing potential root causes• The gut-brain connection and the role of stress• How nutrition and diet can influence gut health• Why there is no one-size-fits-all diet for everyone with Crohn’s• The relationship between inflammation, lifestyle, and digestive health• The role of mindset in living with chronic illness• How to approach conventional medicine alongside lifestyle changes• Why fear around food can become its own problem• What Dane wishes he knew when he was first diagnosed• How to rebuild trust in your body• Practical steps for someone newly diagnosed with Crohn’s or IBDWhether you're living with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, digestive issues, or simply want to improve your gut health, this conversation offers a different perspective on the connection between what we eat, how we live, how we think, and how we feel.- My Go-To Supplements🔗Get Your ENERGYbits Superfood Spirulina and Chlorella and use code ELEMENTAL at checkout for 20% off!https://energybits.com/discount/ELEMENTAL?rfsn=7850751.c42108🔗Addictive Wellness Chocolates and Adaptogens: Use Code ELEMENTAL_EVAN for 10% off your entire order!http://www.addictivewellness.com/ELEMENTAL_EVAN-Chapters00:00 Trailer02:08 Understanding Crohn's Disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease05:03 Distinguishing Between IBS and IBD08:08 Symptoms and Diagnosis of Gut Issues10:55 The Importance of Stool Testing14:13 Liver Health and Its Connection to Gut Health17:19 Dietary Recommendations for Gut and Liver Health29:42 Understanding Bile Acid Malabsorption31:45 The Role of Diet and Self-Listening in Health34:20 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine38:22 Personal Journey Through Chronic Illness53:40 Transformative Healing and Recovery Strategies01:01:29 From Struggle to Success: Dane's Journey01:04:19 Empowering Others: Building a Community01:06:34 Diet and Healing: A Personal Approach01:20:16 Nervous System Regulation: The Key to Health

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In this conversation, Evan speaks with Chris Bath about finding balance between ambition and presence, and how Zen can still have a place in a high-pressure job/life. Chris shares the thinking behind his book, A to ZEN, and explains how mindfulness, yoga, gratitude, and simple boundaries can help reduce stress, prevent burnout, and create more space for a grounded life.-Add some Zen to your life by simplifying your Supplement Cabinet with Energybits.These are truly one of nature's multivitamins!

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-Topics covered:- Why ambition and Zen are not necessarily opposites- How to separate work mode from personal time- Practical ways to handle burnout and mental overload- The role of gratitude in building a more centered life- How yoga and mindfulness shaped Chris’s perspective and writingIf you’re trying to stay driven without losing your peace, this episode offers a thoughtful, practical framework for doing both.-Instagram

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What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your mental health wasn't found in a pill bottle, but just outside your front door?In this episode of the Elemental Evan Show, we explore how nature influences the brain, nervous system, and overall well-being. From reducing stress hormones and calming an overactive mind to improving attention, creativity, and emotional resilience, spending time in nature may be one of the simplest and most overlooked health interventions available.We'll discuss how our brains evolved outdoors, the concept of soft fascination, how modern life contributes to chronic stress and mental fatigue, and why reconnecting with the natural world may be one of the best things you can do for your health.Whether you're hiking through the mountains, walking along the beach, or simply sitting beneath a tree in your local park, nature has an incredible ability to restore both the mind and body.In This Episode You'll Learn:🧠 How spending time in nature can help reduce stress and improve mental clarity🍃 The concept of soft fascination💭 How nature may reduce rumination and support emotional well-being🌎 The potential benefits of grounding (earthing) 🤝 How outdoor spaces help strengthen community and social connection-Resources Mentioned🍫 The highest quality PURPLE chocolate, loaded with adaptogenic herbs from Addictive Wellness (Code ELEMENTAL_EVAN for 10% off) 🍫 http://www.addictivewellness.com/ELEM...-Chapters00:00 – Introduction: The Power of Nature for Mental Well-being05:55 – Our Brain's Evolution and Connection to the Outdoors10:11 – The Concept of Soft Fascination in Nature15:12 – Restoring Attention and Reducing Rumination19:56 – Grounding and Its Potential Benefits40:48 – Community and Nature: Building Connections Outdoors43:17 – Challenge: Get Outside and Disconnect44:48 – Conclusion: Nature as a Foundation for Wellness-Your Challenge 🌲This week, spend 20 minutes outside without your phone.Take a walk.Sit beneath a tree.Watch the clouds.Listen to the birds.Notice how your mind and body feel before and after.Then come back and leave a comment sharing your experience. I'd love to hear what you noticed.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the Elemental Evan Show, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with someone who could use a reminder to step outside and reconnect with nature.-Connect with Elemental EvanInstagram: / elemental.evan 🎙️ YouTube Channel for early episode releases and video content. -Disclaimer:

This show is for educational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Evan Roberts is not a medical professional and this podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Statements and views expressed on this show are not medical advice, this podcast, including Evan Roberts and any guests on the show, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained in this episode. If you think you have a medical problem please consult a medical professional.

Andy Hnilo, founder of Alitura Naturals and Evan explore the connection between skin health, internal wellness, and the power of natural ingredients.Andy shares the philosophy behind Alitura's products, the science, creativity, and alchemy involved in product formulation, and why true skin transformation starts from within. They dive into everything from ingredient purity and supplementation to detoxification practices, lymphatic health, energetics, and the role intention plays in overall wellness.

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Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Evan Roberts is not a medical professional and this podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Statements and views expressed on this show are not medical advice, this podcast, including Evan Roberts and any guests on the show, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained in this episode. If you think you have a medical problem please consult a medical professional.

Join Evan as he sits down with Sage, founder of @addictivewellness for a fascinating conversation on some of nature’s most powerful superfoods. They dive into the world of high-potency cordyceps, the story behind Sage’s innovative purple cacao, and the science-backed benefits of antioxidants like anthocyanins.

Try Purple Cacao from Addictive Wellness! (ELEMENTAL_EVAN for 10% off)Key Topics-High-potency cordyceps and its health benefits-The unique qualities of wild-harvested purple cacao-The role of anthocyanins in health and signaling pathways-Cultivation and processing of superfoods for maximum potency-Innovations in herbal supplement productsDisclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Evan Roberts is not a medical professional and this podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Statements and views expressed on this show are not medical advice, this podcast, including Evan Roberts and any guests on the show, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained in this episode. If you think you have a medical problem please consult a medical professional.

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Are you pushing through life… or forcing the wrong path?In this episode of the Elemental Evan Podcast, we explore a powerful idea:What if the obstacle IS the way… but not YOUR way?Drawing from the teachings of Stoicism and the Tao Te Ching, this episode breaks down:Why Stoicism is powerful for resilience and discipline

• How hustle culture can lead you to push in the wrong direction
• The hidden cost of ignoring your intuition
• Why the Tao teaches flow instead of force
• How to know if you're aligned… or just grinding

Marcus Aurelius famously said:“The obstacle is the way.”But the Tao Te Ching reminds us:“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”So which is it?This episode will help you understand when to push… and when to let go.

Natures Multivitamin from Energybits! 20% off with code ELEMENTALhttps://energybits.com/discount/ELEME...-What if the first thing you do every morning is actually setting the tone for your entire day… and it’s working against you?In this episode, I break down a powerful morning practice inspired by Buddhist monk Bhikkhu Pannakara - a simple but transformative habit that can help you reclaim your focus, peace, and intention before the chaos of the day begins.Most of us wake up and immediately reach for our phones - scrolling, reacting, consuming. But what if the real key to mental clarity and emotional balance is doing the exact opposite?In this episode, we cover:• Why you should not touch your phone first thing in the morning.• How to create a calm, intentional start to your day.• The power of journaling to shape your mindset.• How social media affects your mental state within minutes of waking up.• A simple visualization practice to create a more peaceful, focused day.This isn’t about perfection or rigid routines.It’s about creating space in your morning to reconnect with yourself before the world starts pulling your attention in every direction.If you’ve been feeling distracted, overwhelmed, or reactive… this episode will help you reset.

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This show is for educational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Evan Roberts is not a medical professional and this podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Statements and views expressed on this show are not medical advice, this podcast, including Evan Roberts and any guests on the show, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained in this episode. If you think you have a medical problem please consult a medical professional.