At just 21, Kyle Fitzgerald was sitting in a hospital getting infusions for Crohn’s disease—until one day, he decided to take his health into his own hands. In this episode, Kyle joins Jen to share how he went from chronic inflammation and medications to reading labels, prioritizing real food, and building a thriving online community through Clean Kitchen Nutrition. They talk gut health, what most people misunderstand about fatigue, and simple swaps that make a big difference.

Key Takeaways:

• Chronic inflammation often starts with poor food quality, not genetics
• Most Americans are overfed and undernourished—calories ≠ nutrients
• Clean eating reversed Kyle’s Crohn’s symptoms without medication
• Plant-based diets aren’t always gut-friendly—bio-individuality matters
• Ground beef, fruit, and cooked veggies became Kyle’s healing staples
• You can feel full and energized by changing what you eat, not just how much
• Don’t overlook non-toxic living—start with water, detergent, and skincare
• Grocery tip: Shop the outer aisles first for whole, real foods
• For better mornings and sleep, get sunlight first thing and consider grounding

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