We speak with Emily Johnson, a bestselling author, founder of Live Well with Arthritis, and creator of Arthritis Foodie, about growing up with autoimmune arthritis, the years of confusion before diagnosis, and how a science-informed anti-inflammatory lifestyle helped her find steadier ground alongside medication.

Now studying a part-time BSc degree in Nutritional Therapy with the Institute of Optimum Nutrition, Emily is developing an in-depth, science-informed understanding of nutrition and lifestyle science.  The course offers hands-on experience and teaches students how to guide clients towards lasting health changes. 

In this episode we cover:

 • Early symptoms in childhood and at university
 • Frustrations with delayed diagnosis and first treatments
 • Methotrexate benefits and side effects
 • Relapse that led to diet and lifestyle change
 • Building Arthritis Foodie and writing two books
 • Evidence behind Mediterranean-style eating
 • Community support reducing isolation
 • Studying nutritional therapy at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION)
 • Curiosity about hormones and pain links
 • Day-to-day meals, prep, and simple swaps
 • First steps for newly diagnosed people
 • 80–20 approach and flare-up toolkits

Follow Emily Johnson on Instagram @ArthritisFoodie

https://arthritisfoodie.com/

Check out Emily's Live Well with Arthritis Podcast

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