Live Well with Arthritis

Emily Johnson
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Science, support, and stories helping you to live well with arthritis. The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast brings you expert advice, science-backed tips, and inspiring stories to help you manage your condition and feel better every day. --- Hosted by Emily Johnson, coach, founder of Live Well with Arthritis, bestselling author, and creator of Arthritis Foodie, the Live Well with Arthritis podcast offers science-based advice, expert interviews, and lived experience to help you live a healthier, happier life with arthritis. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, have been managing arthritis for years, or are seeking answers to ongoing symptoms, each episode explores practical ways to reduce inflammation, improve daily life, and feel more in control of your condition. With inflammation as a key focus, this podcast covers all types of arthritis, from osteoarthritis to rheumatoid, psoriatic, and more. Emily and her guests share science-backed strategies, meaningful stories, and encouragement for navigating the challenges of living with arthritis. Get small, but impactful tips, advice and implementable steps that make a real difference. --- Follow: @livewellwitharthritis @arthritisfoodie Join the Live Well with Arthritis Course waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist Buy my books: Beat Arthritis Naturally Eat Well with Arthritis View all links: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie *Not medical advice, for full disclaimer click here.

  1. #28 Stress-Driven Inflammation: How Stress Can Worsen Arthritis (and What to Do About It)

    6d ago

    #28 Stress-Driven Inflammation: How Stress Can Worsen Arthritis (and What to Do About It)

    Episode 28: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #28 Stress-Driven Inflammation: How Stress Can Worsen Arthritis (and What to Do About It) Have you ever noticed that when life is most stressful, your arthritis feels worse? This week, host Emily Johnson dives into why this isn't in your head, it's in your biology. Drawing on the latest research and her own 12 years of lived experience, Emily unpacks the powerful, two-way relationship between stress and inflammation, and why managing your nervous system may be one of the most therapeutic things you can do alongside your medication. From the HPA axis to the vagus nerve, from leaky gut to cortisol resistance, this episode breaks down the science and provides a practical toolkit to start calming your system today. This is for anyone who has ever felt betrayed by their body, or wondered why stress hits them harder than it seems to hit everyone else. Topics covered: What Stress Actually Is The difference between helpful acute stress (eustress) and the chronic kind, plus the concept of 'allostatic load'Stress and the Immune System Why chronic stress makes you both more vulnerable to infection AND more inflamedThe Stress–Inflammation Loop How TNF-alpha, IL-6, and other cytokines get turned up by chronic stress, and why inflammation in the brain produces brain fog, and low moodStress and the Gut The gut-brain axis, leaky gut, and the emerging "gut-joint axis" in rheumatoid arthritis, plus why Emily thinks the vagus nerve will be the next big focus in healthThe Toolkit Practical, evidence-based ways to soothe your system that can be done from the comfort of your own homeAbout the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily (Arthritis Foodie) is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Register for FREE Masterclass: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/mastering-inflammation-masterclass-registration Applications for the Live Well with Arthritis 12-week programme are open, Apply now: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist Emily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arthritisfoodie/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arthritisfoodie Further Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    52 min
  2. #27 Rheumatologist Recommends Reiki: Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann's Healing Blueprint

    May 17

    #27 Rheumatologist Recommends Reiki: Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann's Healing Blueprint

    Episode 27: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #27 Rheumatologist Recommends Reiki: Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann's Healing Blueprint Host Emily Johnson welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Volkman, also known as the Holistic Rheumatologist, UCLA rheumatologist, and Director of the UCLA Scleroderma Programme. Dr. Volkmann researches how the gut microbiome, nutrition, and trauma shape autoimmune disease. With over 20 years of experience, she shares an evidence-based approach to integrating Eastern and Western medicine. Whether you live with arthritis, scleroderma, lupus, or any chronic inflammatory condition, this episode offers empowering strategies to create your own healing blueprint, alongside medication. Topics covered: Redefining Rheumatology Whole Human Treating the person, not simply the diseaseSupportive Tools Medication alongside nutrition and holistic therapiesRed Flags Spotting dangerous "cures"Gut–Autoimmune Connection Leaky Gut Science of intestinal permeabilityTruth on UPFs Findings from Dr. Volkmann's studyProbiotics Fermented foods vs supplementsStool-Tests Microbiome diet mythsWhole-Person Approach Trauma Research How stress impacts autoimmunityBreathwork as Medicine A free daily gut health habitSelf-Care Diaries Tuning into your bodyCEO Mindset Be your own best advocate About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis Waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist FREE Workbook: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/signup-free-download Dr Elizabeth Volkmann @the_holistic_rheumatologist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_rheumatologist/UCLA Scleroderma Program: https://www.uclahealth.org/Emily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritisfoodieFurther Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    35 min
  3. #26 Immunity Within: How to Optimise Immune Health with Nutritionist Jenna Hope

    May 10

    #26 Immunity Within: How to Optimise Immune Health with Nutritionist Jenna Hope

    Episode 26: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #26 Immunity Within: How to Optimise Immune Health with Nutritionist Jenna Hope In this episode, host Emily Johnson welcomes Jenna Hope (MSc, ANutr), registered nutritionist, founder of Jenna Hope Nutrition, and author of How to Stay Healthy: The Nutritionist's Guide to Optimising Your Immunity. Jenna has spent nearly 11 years helping individuals, leading brands, and corporate clients understand the powerful connection between food and health. In this conversation, she breaks down the science of immune optimisation, explaining why 'boosting' your immune system is not only misleading, but potentially harmful for those living with autoimmune conditions like arthritis, and offers a practical, no-pressure framework for building an anti-inflammatory lifestyle that actually lasts. Topics covered: Gut Health & Immunity Gut-Immune Connection: And why it mattersSugar Cycle: How blood sugar spikes cause inflammationOptimise, Don't Boost Why Boosting Backfires: Why it can worsen symptomsThe Anti-Inflammatory Four: Vitamin C, magnesium, omega-3, and vitamin DDepleted Nutrients: How stress and inflammation impacts usReal Life Nutrition A Day in Jenna's Kitchen: Easiest first steps for an anti-inflammatory dietMotherhood Chapter: Fertility, pregnancy, and postpartumCase Study: From exhausted and wired, to sleeping well and thriving About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis Waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist FREE Workbook: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/signup-free-download Jenna Hope @jennahopenutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennahopenutrition/Website: https://www.jennahopenutrition.com/Book: How to Stay HealthyEmily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritisfoodieFurther Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    41 min
  4. #25 Behind Arthritis Foodie: Ali Interviews Emily on Her Journey, Her Health & Her Why

    May 3

    #25 Behind Arthritis Foodie: Ali Interviews Emily on Her Journey, Her Health & Her Why

    Episode 25: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #25 Behind Arthritis Foodie: Ali Interviews Emily on Her Journey, Her Health & Her Why For the first time in the show's history, host Emily Johnson is the one in the hot seat! Guest host Ali DiGiacomo(@anotherdaywithra) takes over the mic to interview Emily about her life behind the scenes, her 12-year journey with arthritis, and the secrets she’s never shared on the podcast. From the surprising truth about who Emily was before Arthritis Foodie existed, from being terrible at cooking the flare-up that birthed her platform, Emily holds nothing back. This episode is a rare window into the person behind the platform: the mini monthly meltdowns, the invisible pain, and the deep conviction that living with arthritis can be a source of power, not pity. Topics covered: Before Arthritis Foodie Who was Emily before the brand, and her family's reactionMatcha moment and the elbow flare that triggered @arthritisfoodieThe Realities of Chronic Illness & Pain The reality of annual appointments and why coaching fills the gapThat baseline of pain that 'looks fine' from the outsideManaging monthly hormone emotional shiftsMindset, Boundaries & Being Online Why she hates multi-ingredient 'miracles'Emily’s controversial food opinionHer 'whimsical scientist' personalityRapid Fire Round (80/20 rule) Emily’s ultimate comfort mealThe one snack that never leaves her fridgeSuperfood she just can't get behindAbout the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis Spring Cohort: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist FREE Workbook: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/signup-free-download Ali DiGiacomo @AnotherDaywithRA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anotherdaywithra/Emily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arthritisfoodie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritisfoodieFurther Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    44 min
  5. #24 Grit & Grace: Navigating Marriage, Motherhood, and RA with Renee Anderson

    Apr 26

    #24 Grit & Grace: Navigating Marriage, Motherhood, and RA with Renee Anderson

    Episode 24: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #24 Grit & Grace: Navigating Marriage, Motherhood, and RA with Renee Anderson Are you worried that your chronic illness might stop you from having a family? Or perhaps you're already struggling to balance the demands of parenthood with your condition? In this episode, Emily is joined by Renee Anderson, founder of The Rheumatoid Arthritis Mama, for a deeply honest conversation about the grit required to raise a family when living with arthritis. After a decade of mystery symptoms, Renee had to learn how to parent three young children with a new RA diagnosis. She candidly and kindly shares how she handles it all. Topics covered: How it All Began 10-Year Mystery Navigating RA and the relief of a diagnosisMud Puddle Philosophy Allowing yourself to feel emotions before moving forwardResilience Seeing strength as the ability to pivotMotherhood & Marriage Mum Guilt Reframing guilt with ‘connection over perfection’RA Mum Hacks Innovative tools to help children understandAdaptive Schooling Ways to manage morning stiffness and fatigueSupport & the CEO Mindset Communication Why clear, actionable requests are vitalPower of No Setting firm boundaries to prevent flaresChoice to Make Advice for those worried about starting a family About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis Waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist FREE Workbook: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/signup-free-download Renee Anderson @RheumatoidArthritisMama: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rheumatoidarthritismama/Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18fGZSdk1T/?mibextid=wwXIfrEmily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritisfoodieFurther Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    50 min
  6. #23 From Victim to CEO: How Coaching Helps You Towards Remission with Stefanie Remson

    Apr 19

    #23 From Victim to CEO: How Coaching Helps You Towards Remission with Stefanie Remson

    Episode 23: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #23 From Victim to CEO: How Coaching Helps You Towards Remission with Stefanie Remson In this episode, host Emily Johnson is joined by Stefanie Remson (MSN, APRN, FNP-BC), the founder of RheumatoidArthritisCoach.com. As a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner of 20 years, as well as living with Rheumatoid Arthritis for 11 years, Stefanie has a unique perspective. After being misdiagnosed with before navigating those first years with RA, Stefanie realised that medicine only goes so far. Whilst it is the foundation, coaching is the roadmap to remission. Today, she discusses how she helps her clients move from 'Victim' to 'CEO' of their own health. Topics covered: Mindset Shift Neutral Bridge: Using neutrality to get from victim to CEOStory Reframing: Changing your narrative to better handle life changes, and leading with wins rather than focusing on failuresRed Flags & the Infodemic Navigating Noise: Why social media prioritises engagement over truthLifelong Learners: Identifying scams and why real experts never claim to know it allNuanced Nutrition 80/20 Rule: Rejecting food perfectionism and finding grace in survival mode with freezer foodsDeal-Breakers: Identifying foods that impact your joints without losing the joy of eatingThe Power of Coaching Specialised Support: Why coaching is key to learning how to live alongside your condition and get to remission About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis Waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist FREE Workbook: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/signup-free-download Stefanie Remson @RheumatoidArthritisCoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rheumatoidarthritiscoach/Website: https://rheumatoidarthritiscoach.com/Emily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arthritisfoodieFurther Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    46 min
  7. #22 From Pity to Power: Why Arthritis is Sexy and Needs a Rebrand

    Apr 12

    #22 From Pity to Power: Why Arthritis is Sexy and Needs a Rebrand

    Episode 22: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #22 From Pity to Power: Why Arthritis is Sexy and Needs a Rebrand Are you tired of well-intentioned pity? This week, host Emily Johnson explores why it’s time to give arthritis a branding makeover and move from 'victim' to 'powerhouse.' Drawing on 12 years of lived experience, Emily reflects on the reality of living with a chronic condition, from compression socks and pill organisers, to the mental weight of masking pain. She shares candid anecdotes about dating, workplace advocacy, and the early days of Arthritis Foodie when she was too embarrassed to even show her face. This episode is a guide for anyone ready to reclaim their agency and remember their worth. Owning your truth is a physiological necessity, and honesty improves your health. Your strength and capability to live with arthritis is phenomenal, so it’s time to stop apologising for who you are. Topics covered: The Pity Trap Why pity is for the defeated, and why we deserve admiration for the 'daily marathon' we doThe Cost of Silence Exploring the biological inflammation that grows when we hide our true selves to please others5 Lessons in Authenticity Emily’s journey from hiding her methotrexate on dates to setting firm boundaries with friends and employersRebranding the ‘Unsexy’ Why self-advocacy, firm boundaries, and radical self-care are sexyThe Athlete Mentality: Shifting your perspective from 'suffering from' a condition to 'living well', as the master of your own body SPRING COHORT UPDATE: Applications for the Live Well with Arthritis 12-week programme are closing! We have just 4 spaces left. If you are ready to move from pity to power with 1-to-1 coaching and expert guidance, apply now: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily (Arthritis Foodie) is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Register for FREE Masterclass: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/mastering-inflammation-masterclass-registration Emily Johnson @ArthritisFoodie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritisfoodie/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arthritisfoodie/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arthritisfoodie Further Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie

    28 min
  8. #21 Emily's Arthritis Bookshelf: Top 10 Must-Reads for Remissions & Relief

    Apr 5

    #21 Emily's Arthritis Bookshelf: Top 10 Must-Reads for Remissions & Relief

    Episode 21: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast #21 Emily's Arthritis Bookshelf: Top 10 Must-Reads for Remissions & Relief Are you feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice? One of the questions Emily gets asked most is: "Where do I start?" In this essential solo episode, Emily shares her 10 must-read books that have transformed her journey with arthritis. From the clinical science of the microbiome, to cutting-edge research on chronic pain, and the spiritual power of movement. This episode will help you to take control of your health, and feel empowered in your own body. Topics covered: Foundations of Food & Science: Dr. Rupy Aujla and Professor Tim Spector are the leaders in culinary medicine.Gut Health & Immunity: Exploring these with Giulia Enders and Dr. Jenna Macciochi. Plus, the fascinating physiological link between inflammation and mental health.Pain & Modern Science: How Dr. Deepak Ravindran and Dr. Dani Gordon help us reduce pain.Movement & Lived Experience: Modifying yoga for joint health with Dr. Steffany Moonaz and exercising without flares with Zoe McKenzie.The Emily Johnson Library: A look inside Emily Johnson’s bestselling books, Beat Arthritis Naturally and Eat Well with Arthritis.About the podcast: With a focus on reducing inflammation and improving daily life, this podcast features expert interviews, science-backed strategies, and real stories from people living with all types of arthritis. Emily combines her 12+ years of lived experience and insights from healthcare professionals to offer practical, encouraging steps that help you feel healthier, happier, and less alone when living with arthritis. Emily (Arthritis Foodie) is a bestselling author, certified coach, and founder of Live Well with Arthritis. Episode Links: Live Well with Arthritis: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist Resources: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie Authors: @doctors_kitchen@tim.spector@giulia_enders@dr_jenna_macciochi@drdeepakravindran@drdanigordon@yogaforarthritis@activelyautoimmune@arthritisfoodie

    42 min
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Science, support, and stories helping you to live well with arthritis. The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast brings you expert advice, science-backed tips, and inspiring stories to help you manage your condition and feel better every day. --- Hosted by Emily Johnson, coach, founder of Live Well with Arthritis, bestselling author, and creator of Arthritis Foodie, the Live Well with Arthritis podcast offers science-based advice, expert interviews, and lived experience to help you live a healthier, happier life with arthritis. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, have been managing arthritis for years, or are seeking answers to ongoing symptoms, each episode explores practical ways to reduce inflammation, improve daily life, and feel more in control of your condition. With inflammation as a key focus, this podcast covers all types of arthritis, from osteoarthritis to rheumatoid, psoriatic, and more. Emily and her guests share science-backed strategies, meaningful stories, and encouragement for navigating the challenges of living with arthritis. Get small, but impactful tips, advice and implementable steps that make a real difference. --- Follow: @livewellwitharthritis @arthritisfoodie Join the Live Well with Arthritis Course waitlist: https://www.livewellwitharthritis.com/waitlist Buy my books: Beat Arthritis Naturally Eat Well with Arthritis View all links: https://linktr.ee/arthritisfoodie *Not medical advice, for full disclaimer click here.

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