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.

Full Episode Transcript
https://heydrrob.com/episode-21-autoimmune-disease-demystified/

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

Intro Music:
“Got A Feelin’” (Album Version) by Albert Donaldi.

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 to keep you moving pain-free.

Shannon Jones
31 years as a clinical dietitian focused on obesity prevention, functional nutrition, and integrative medicine. She tailors nutrition strategies to prevent disease and support whole-body health.
Together, they bring over 50 years of combined clinical experience and share a passion for promoting foundational

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Resources & Links

• All programs and protocols referenced can be found at heydrrob.com

Dr. Rob’s Recommended Brands:

• Peluva: https://peluva.com/DRROB
• Rho Nutrition: https://rhonutrition.com/DRROB
• Ketone-IQ: http://ketone.com/DRROB

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