Join us as we seek a more Nourishing Life! In this, the 16th episode of Nourishing Lives with Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Founder of Nourish, Ineke, we're shining a light on World Arthritis Day.
Recorded earlier this year, just prior to the launch of Emily's second book, this episode of Nourishing Lives tackles the subject of Arthritis. Ineke and Emily delve into amongst other things, understanding inflammation, how eating well can have a positive impact on the condition, advocating positively for oneself and much, much more.
About Emily
Emily Johnson launched the Instagram page @arthritisfoodie in September 2018 after struggling with seronegative arthritis for five years. Arthritis Foodie has since gained a community of over 30,0000 people who are looking to Emily for inspiration on living healthily and happily with arthritis. Her first book Beat Arthritis Naturally was published in 2021 and is a bestselling book. Eat Well with Arthritis, her second book, is out May 11th 2023. Both books are backed by over 12 different healthcare and medical specialists, with sign off from leading rheumatologists. Emily also works in marketing, and is a social media influencer.
Show highlights....
Food First approach, is something as a functional medicine practitioner I often advocate, “you can’t medicate or supplement your way out of a poor diet”. What is your approach to food and arthritis in your book?
Nightshades can be an issue for a number of people with arthritis. What is your experience with this?
Perhaps give us top 5 tips for food introduction and/or elimination.
Advocating for oneself and learning more about Arthritis to help you feel more in control.
Lifestyle, are there lifestyle changes you recommend?
Other alternative habits, practices that you would recommend to people living with arthritis?