
Why Squid Protein Isn't the Villain: Surprising Insights for Your Crohn's Diet
Autoimmune Rehab: Real Stories of Resilience and Healing: How I Healed My Autoimmune Disorder and You Can TooShow Notes
If you've ever wondered whether seafood proteins — especially squid — are safe for a Crohn's-friendly diet, this episode is for you. Today I'm joined by a guest expert who breaks down what squid protein really does in the body, how it compares to other lean proteins, and why it may not be the digestive trigger many people fear. We dive into: The nutritional profile of squid and how it supports gut repair Why some Crohn's patients tolerate squid better than traditional proteins How to identify food sensitivities without over-restricting Simple ways to incorporate squid into a low-inflammation diet What to avoid so your Crohn's symptoms don't flare This conversation brings a refreshing and science-backed perspective to Crohn's diet myths. Listen in to discover whether squid protein could be an unexpected ally in your healing journey. Steven Shonts struggled with an autoimmune digestive issue in his early 20s ( missing 6 inches of my small intestine), and found that he could achieve remission through clean eating. He majored in college in earth systems science and has always wanted to create a product that he felt had a positive impact on the earth. and he's spent the past two years travelling around asia, especially thailand where he lives part time, discovering a bunch of delicious and wonderful protein snacks. He wanted to meld all these passions and calamari jerky was the obvious vector to do so! Check out the jerky at https://thehermit.com/discount/HEALING-AUTOIMMUNE or coupon code HEALING-AUTOIMMUNE for 30% off your order" Follow Steven on instagram at: instagram.com/thehermitsquid My youtube channel with videos of this podcast and more. https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach Check out my essential oils membership and coaching and schedule a free consultation. http://essentialwellnesscircle.com Request a free foundations of wellness kit: https://forms.gle/jBoGuUSNJebET77B6 Watch my free 3 steps to an autoimmune energy reset: https://annalaurabrown.com/autoimmune-energy-webinar/
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