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Episode 21 - Autoimmune Disease Demystified

Hosts: Dr. Rob Jones & Shannon

Episode Summary
In this week’s episode of the Get Better, Not Older Podcast, Dr. Rob and his wife Shannon draw on their combined 50 + years of clinical practice to unpack what really happens when “the body turns on itself.” They define autoimmune disease in plain language, explain why these conditions are more common than ever, and contrast traditional symptom-focused care with an integrative, root-cause approach.


Shannon gets personal: After decades of missed diagnoses for genetic celiac disease, she suffered a severe case of ulcerative colitis—then put it into remission through targeted nutrition and gut-healing strategies. The couple walks listeners through the immune cascade, common environmental and genetic triggers, and the lab work that can reveal hidden problems long before irreversible damage sets in. They close with practical advice on finding the right providers, asking smarter questions, and taking the first steps toward real, lasting relief.

What You’ll Learn:

What an autoimmune response is—and why antibody levels can suddenly skyrocket
Why prevalence is rising: modern stressors, environmental toxins, gut permeability, and more
The differences between conventional rheumatology and integrative/functional medicine
How advanced testing (genetics, microbiome mapping, inflammatory markers) uncovers root causes
Shannon’s case study: from celiac complications to self-curing ulcerative colitis
Actionable strategies: anti-inflammatory nutrition, stress management, and targeted supplementation
How to vet healthcare providers who treat causes, not just symptoms, and what realistic recovery timelines look like

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Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro
00:58 What Is Autoimmune Disease?
02:30 Autoimmune Disease Experience
03:34 Autoimmune Disease History
06:38 Why Autoimmune Disease Is More Prevalent Than Ever
08:05 What Is Happening In The Body
12:56 Shannon's History With Autoimmune Disease
15:41 Celiac Diagnosis
17:45 Shannon's Diagnosis
24:20 Pain Medication & Genetic Polymorphisms
26:52 What Is Integrative Medicine?
28:20  The Future Of Medicine
31:44 Ulcerative Colitis
36:55 Find A Doctor That Works For You
41:52 Outro
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Resources & Links:
Find all referenced programs at: https://heydrrob.com/dr-rob/
12-Week Get Better, Not Older Program: https://heydrrob.com/community/
Full Episode Transcript: https://heydrrob.com/episode-21-autoi...

Further Reading:
Dr. Mark Hyman: https://www.functionhealth.com
The GBNO Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle Cheat Sheet: https://heydrrob.com/cheat-sheet/ 
GI Map Test: Tests: GI-MAP – GI Microbial Assay Plus
Finding Integrative/Functional Care Practitioners https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner

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Intro Music:
“Got A Feelin’” (Album Version) by Albert Donaldi, used with permission.
Learn more: https://www.albertdonadi.com/
License document available upon request.

About the Hosts:
Dr. Rob Jones
25 years in chiropractic care, specializing in spine, joint, and soft-tissue disorders. Expert in Active Release Therapy and functional rehabilitation.

Shannon Jones
31 years as a clinical dietitian, specializing in obesity prevention, functional nutrition, and integrative medicine.

Together, they bring 50+ years of combined clinical experience to help you Get Better, Not Older.

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