Today you’re going to learn about the causes and natural treatment for ulcerative colitis—and how a patient was able to heal his gut and become free of both symptoms and medication.
My name is Dr. Tom Rofrano from the Natural Medicine Clinic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and I’m the author of the FreeDiet®. I’ve been blessed to have seen over 100,000 patient visits over the last 38 years, many involving gut and thyroid issues. This patient was no exception.
His Story: 7 Years of Ulcerative Colitis, Medications & Flare-Ups
A 42-year-old man came in who had been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis seven years earlier after experiencing bouts of bloody diarrhea.
His treatment history included:
- A biologic infusion (severe reaction → hospitalization)
- Six months of prednisone
- Morphine for severe pain
- Another biologic infusion for two years
- Dietary changes and supplements (helped temporarily)
- An immunosuppressive drug daily for two years
- Anti-inflammatory suppositories
Despite all of this, he was still having 7–8 bowel movements every morning, all bloody diarrhea. He also struggled with:
- Fatigue
- Poor focus and concentration
He was desperate for a long-term solution.
Comprehensive Testing Revealed the Root Causes
I ran a full evaluation, including comprehensive lab testing and functional testing across five key areas:
- Food Reactions
This is the #1 root cause I see in chronic digestive issues.
He had:
- Gluten sensitivity
- Celiac genetics
- Leaky gut
- Sensitivity to cow’s milk, goat’s milk, eggs, shellfish, and other foods
Gluten sensitivity → leaky gut → more food reactions → worsening inflammation.
- Infections
He had multiple gut infections:
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Candida yeast overgrowth
- Blastocystis hominis parasite
These are extremely common in ulcerative colitis patients.
- Deficiencies
He was low in:
- Vitamin K
- CoQ10
- Selenium
- Magnesium
- B12
- Zinc
- Other nutrients
- Toxins
He had high levels of:
- Mercury
- Pesticides
- Glyphosate (herbicide)
- BPA (plastic compound)
- Hormonal Imbalance
He had:
- Low DHEA
- High cortisol (stress hormone)
High cortisol can worsen ulcerative colitis and many other inflammatory conditions.
Why Gluten-Free Alone Didn’t Work
Many patients say:
“I tried going gluten-free. It helped a little, then stopped working.”
That’s because gluten is only one piece of the puzzle.
In his case:
- He was still eating foods he reacted to (eggs, dairy, shellfish, etc.)
- He had untreated infections (yeast, bacteria, parasites)
- He had nutrient deficiencies
- He had toxin overload
- He had adrenal dysfunction
Unless you address all of these areas, symptoms often return.
His Results After 1 Month
After starting an anti-inflammatory diet and targeted supplements, he returned one month later with dramatic improvements:
- No more diarrhea
- No more bleeding
- More energy
- Better focus
His blood markers also improved:
- Glucose
- Uric acid
- Ferritin
- Testosterone
- DHEA
- Cortisol
His GI doctor was so pleased that he began weaning him off medication.
His Results After 1 Year
His GI doctor postponed his colonoscopy because he was doing so well.
His Results After 3 Years
At the three-year mark, he finally had a colonoscopy.
The results: No sign of ulcerative colitis.
He was symptom-free and medication-free.
How He Healed: The FreeDiet® + Targeted Supplements
Step 1: The FreeDiet®
The FreeDiet® is a diet I developed years ago while healing my own autoimmune Hashimoto’s thyroid condition, rheumatoid arthritis, IBS, fatigue, and skin issues.
It is free of:
- Gluten
- Grains
- Sugar
- Yeast
- Dairy
- Eggs
- Soy
- Legumes
- Nightshades
- Processed foods
These foods are the most common triggers for inflammation, gut issues, thyroid dysfunction, and chronic health problems.
You can request the FreeDiet® Phase 1 Food Chart using the link below.
Step 2: Targeted Supplements
His supplement plan included:
- Multivitamin
- Fish oil
- Vitamin D with K
- Magnesium
- Probiotic
Gut Support
Inflammation Support
Adrenal Support
Nutrient Repletion
Detox Support
- Metal Cleanse (for heavy metals and environmental toxins)
The Bottom Line
With:
- Proper testing
- The FreeDiet®
- The right supplements
…he was able to:
- Heal his gut
- Eliminate ulcerative colitis symptoms
- Discontinue medication
- Normalize lab markers
- Restore his energy and focus
- Stay symptom-free for years
Your body has an amazing God-given ability to heal itself. When you identify the root causes and are provided with the right solutions, I believe almost anyone can get better.
Go here if you would like a free copy of the FreeDiet® phase 1 food chart.
