Eat better foods to help manage arthritis
November 27, 2024
Hosted by Maria Lucassen, CPRC, DTM
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Episode Description
Arthritis is a disease that affects millions of women, especially as they age, but did you know that simple changes to your diet can make a world of difference? Whether you’re dealing with osteoarthritis caused by years of wear and tear, or the inflammatory pain of rheumatoid arthritis, what you eat can help reduce stiffness and discomfort. In this episode, Maria welcomes dietitian and author Kim Arrey, who shares her expert insights on the connection between food and joint health. Together, they dive into the top five foods proven to combat inflammation, along with practical tips to easily incorporate them into your daily meals. Kim also sheds light on the importance of a whole foods-based diet, like the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and lean proteins. You’ll learn how to make small, sustainable changes that support healthy joints and boost your overall vitality—perfect for embracing the freedom and flexibility of your retirement years. Besides food, Kim and Maria also discuss how lifestyle factors like maintaining a healthy weight and getting quality sleep play a role in arthritis prevention and management.. If arthritis or joint pain has been holding you back, this episode is your chance to regain control and feel more confident in your body. Tune in for expert advice, actionable tips, and encouragement to make your retirement years vibrant, active, and pain-free. To connect with Kim Arrey or learn more about her book, visit www.kimarreynutrition.com or join her on Facebook groups at https://www.facebook.com/kimarreynutrition
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Maria Lucassen, CPRC, DTM
Maria is a highly experienced corporate career junkie who worked for over 40 years. She has a passion to help career women shift their perspective on creating and living a blissful retirement after they leave their 9 to 5 job.
She is the CEO of Maria Lucassen Coaching and organizes workshops for women who are ready to plan their retirement and helps them individually or in groups to prepare for a happy next phase in life that is fun, purposeful and affordable. Maria helps them to rock retirement and have the lifestyle that they want. As a speaker she engages her live or remote audiences with her refreshing and compassionate presentations.
She has worked and lived in several European countries. Her love of travel and curiosity about other cultures and traditions gives this show a global appeal to women everywhere. Her enthusiasm for the topic together with a zest for life make her a dynamic host that is inspiring women to dream about the next chapter in the book of life.
Maria has a Bachelors degree in hotel management from The Netherlands. At age 54 she earned a Master of Accounting degree from Florida Atlantic University. She is also an active member of Toastmasters International and received the highest award as Distinguished Toastmaster in 2019. She is a Certified Retirement Coach and member of the Retirement Coaches Association. She is one of 36 authors who described a major life event in a compilation book “What Have You Forbes’d Lately?”
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