Episode 12: The Live Well with Arthritis Podcast

#12 Winter Arthritis Pain Relief: How to Stay Flare-Free in Cold Weather

Struggling with joint stiffness in cold weather? This is your ultimate survival guide for managing arthritis in winter. Host Emily Johnson dives deep into why cold weather impacts joint pain, explaining the biological reasons why dropping temperatures lead to stiff joints and increased inflammation.

Emily shares her personal success story of staying flare-up free and healthy all season (so far!). With the science behind that 'treacle' feeling in your joints to the vital role of Vitamin D for immune health, this episode is packed with steps to help you to reduce arthritis pain during the winter season.

Topics covered:

• The Science of 'Winter Joints': Understanding synovial fluid viscosity and more.
• Morning Mastery: Tips for reducing morning stiffness before you get out of bed.
• The Vitamin D & K2 Connection: Why Vitamin D3 supports immune health and how to properly absorb it.
• Immune-Boosting Nutrition: Power of Sulforaphane, and five foods to help support immunity.
• Emily’s Winter Toolkit: 5-Tip takeaway to help you prevent arthritis flares and sickness.

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

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

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