85: Why Healing Is Not Linear

Josh challenges several conventional assumptions surrounding Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis while presenting a root-cause approach focused on identifying the underlying drivers of chronic inflammation. He discusses how toxins, microbial imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, environmental exposures, stress, and immune system dysfunction can interact to influence gut health and recovery.Listeners will learn why healing often occurs in layers, how biofilms can temporarily release toxins as they're disrupted, why the microbiome changes throughout recovery, and how immune system shifts may produce new symptoms even when overall health is improving. Josh also explains the roles of nutrient replenishment, nervous system regulation, detoxification pathways, hormone fluctuations, and individualized treatment protocols in creating the non-linear healing patterns many people experience.Throughout the episode, he emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between expected healing responses and signs that a protocol may need to be adjusted. Rather than chasing symptom suppression alone, Josh encourages listeners to investigate the root cause of inflammation while using data, testing, clinical history, and individualized strategies to guide treatment decisions.If you've ever wondered why your gut health seems to improve one week and worsen the next, this episode provides a framework for understanding the complexities of healing, the microbiome, inflammation, immune system function, and the root-cause approach to long-term digestive wellness.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Why healing is not linearRoot-cause model (toxins, microbes, deficiencies)Immune system shifts during healingBiofilms and toxin releaseDetox pathways and healing reactionsMicrobiome changes during recoveryNutrient depletion and replenishmentNervous system regulation and healingWant help with your IBD?Schedule a call with me and my teamJoin the Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally CommunityVisit our Website:gutsolution.caVideo Podcast:Watch the video podcast on YouTubeFollow me on Social Media:Facebook: @joshdech.healthInstagram: @joshdech.healthJoin my free Facebook group: IBD Support and SolutionsSupport the show