built by doctors, backed by research
Lifestyle program for people with arthritis and chronic inflammation
A program that works with your body, not against it.
Living with arthritis means adjusting your life around your pain. This program is designed to support you in doing the opposite.
The program
The Inflammation Practice Program
A full year of guidance, 100 videos, recipes, weekly meal plans, and a community beside you, all built on the four pillars of The Inflammation Practice. For people living with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and chronic inflammation.
9 out of 10
average rating from Plants for Joints trial participants.
50%+
of Plants for Joints trial participants were able to reduce medication in consultation with their doctor.*
12 months
of full access, expert guidance, and community support
*Based on the Plants for Joints clinical trial (Amsterdam UMC, 2024). Individual results vary.
your program. your pace
Feel lighter. Move better. Many of our participants do.
The Inflammation Practice Program, broken into small daily steps you can actually follow. Videos, recipes, weekly meal plans, and live webinars guide you, and a community of people on the same journey walks beside you. Twelve months. At your own speed. A body that thanks you.
What you’ll actually do
Inside the program, pillar by pillar
FOOD
Eat to help calm inflammation
Videos and step-by-step assignments walk you toward a whole-food, plant-based way of eating. With recipes and weekly meal plans so you always know what’s for dinner.
MOVEMENT
Move with more energy
Clear advice and movement exercises made for stiff, painful joints. Gentle, doable, and built to fit a normal day at home.
RELAXATION
Lower the daily stress load
Learn about stress, how it can feed inflammation, and why it’s worth getting a grip on. Put it into practice with short exercises you can use in the middle of a busy day. No experience needed.
SLEEP
Sleep so your body can recover
Self-paced lessons that help you understand what’s disrupting your sleep and build a wind-down routine that actually works. So your body gets the rest it needs to recover and recharge.
What you get
Everything you need to make the changes last, in one place.
Online program
100 videos, subtitled and transcribed, that walk you through each habit. Step by step, at your own pace, for a full year.
Community
A private space with people who understand what you’re going through. Ask questions, share wins, and stay on track together — with the founders present every day.
Past the Pain e-book
Over 60 plant-based recipes and weekly meal plans — so you always know what to eat and why it helps.
Monthly live webinars
Every month, a live session with the Plants for Health team. Ask your questions, go deeper into a topic, and stay connected to the program.
Your guides
Built by the team that ran the research
The researchers behind the Plants for Joints study created this program. Wendy, Carlijn and Dirkjan are active in the member community, and the Plants for Health team hosts the monthly live webinars.
Wendy Walrabenstein
PhD · Registered dietitian (Netherlands)
Led the Plants for Joints study at Amsterdam UMC and Reade, together with Carlijn.
Dr. Carlijn Wagenaar
Medical doctor, PhD
Earned her PhD on the Plants for Joints study and specializes in lifestyle and chronic disease.
Prof. Dr. Dirkjan van Schaardenburg
Rheumatologist, emeritus professor
Supervised the Plants for Joints study after decades of treating people with rheumatic disease.
This program is for you if
✓ You want to improve your lifestyle in a structured, lasting way.
✓ You live with low energy, pain, or inflammation-related symptoms.
✓ You have rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or an elevated risk.
✓ You’re ready to take an active role, at your own pace.
This may not be the right time if
x You have or have had an eating disorder or a predisposition to one.
x Your BMI is under 18.5.
x You have an upcoming, recent, or ongoing major medical procedure or surgery.
x You are under 18.
Not sure whether the program is right for you? Get in touch → and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
In their own words
What participants say
People with arthritis who followed the same approach in the Plants for Joints study. Filmed in the Netherlands, with English subtitles.
"My body responded almost immediately. I have my life back."
OlavPlants for Joints participant
"My life changed completely."
HennyPlants for Joints participant
"After two months, I started playing tennis again. I had significantly less pain."
MarjoleinPlants for Joints participant
Results are personal and not typical. Individual outcomes vary. Plants for Health is not a replacement for medical treatment and is designed to work alongside your physician's care.
Everything you get for one full year
The Inflammation Practice Program
Works out to just over a dollar a day. Prices in US dollars. No hidden costs.
✓ 170 lessons
✓ 100 videos, subtitled and transcribed
✓ 60+ recipes & meal plans
✓ Past the Pain e-book
✓ Members-only community
✓ Monthly live webinars
✓ Direct access after signup
✓ 1 year access
30-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked.
How joining works
Confirm a few things
Five short confirmations about your situation. About two minutes, and we never ask what your condition is.
Secure your place
One payment of $395 for a full year. Covered by our 30 day money-back guarantee.
Start right away
You get access directly after signup and begin with the first lessons at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Inflammation Practice Program cost?
The one-year program costs $395. That’s a full year of guidance, recipes, and support for just over a dollar a day.
Who can benefit from the program?
- You want to improve your lifestyle.
- You have (too) little energy.
- You have (early) signs of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.
- You have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and/or high blood sugar levels).
- You are overweight.
- You do not (yet) have a condition and want to keep it that way.
The Inflammation Practice Program is designed for people with a chronic condition or an increased risk of one, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or elevated blood sugar. The program is based on the Plants for Joints clinical trial (Amsterdam UMC), in which the combination of a whole-food, plant-based diet, movement, sleep, and stress management was shown to have positive effects.
In people with rheumatoid arthritis, the study observed reduced disease activity. In people with osteoarthritis, pain and stiffness decreased while physical function improved. Additionally, participants experienced weight loss and improvements in cholesterol and blood sugar levels. These findings are based on study results and individual outcomes may vary.
Other research suggests that a similar approach may also be effective for people with cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. This is because unhealthy lifestyle habits contribute to chronic inflammation, which plays a role in all these chronic conditions. Although our study focused on rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, the program may also be of value for people with other rheumatic conditions (such as psoriatic arthritis and axial spondyloarthritis), cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and related risk factors.
Research also suggests that people who score well on these lifestyle factors have a lower risk of certain other conditions, including fatty liver disease and neurodegenerative diseases. These findings come from observational studies and do not constitute a guarantee of health outcomes.
Please note: The results referenced above are based on the Plants for Joints clinical trial and other published research. Individual outcomes vary. Participation in any Plants for Health program is complementary to, not a replacement for, medical treatment prescribed by your physician. This information does not constitute medical advice.
Who is The Inflammation Practice Program not suitable for?
The program is not suitable if:
you have or have had an eating disorder;
your BMI is below 18.5;
you are preparing for, recovering from, or have recently undergone a major medical procedure or surgery;
you are under 18 years of age.
Please note: Lifestyle changes can be highly beneficial, but they also require time and energy. In some situations, it may be advisable to consult your physician before starting.
Not sure if this is the right time to start? Feel free to contact us — we’re happy to think it through with you. Please note that we are not able to provide personal medical advice.
Do you have to eat completely vegan?
No, that’s not necessary! Plants for Health helps you move toward a more whole-food, plant-based diet, but eating fully vegan is not required. Every step toward a more plant-based diet leads to health benefits. Research, including the Plants for Joints clinical trial, suggests that eating 80–90% plant-based is often enough to experience positive effects. Yet, the greater the steps, the greater the effects – though individual results vary.
How much time does it take each week?
That varies from person to person. The program is self-paced: you work through the lessons in small steps, at a speed that fits your life. With 12 months of access, you can take the time you need.
In what language are the videos?
All videos are in English, with subtitles and transcripts. The content is based on science and research, but explained in clear, everyday language.
What do I need to follow the program?
Just a laptop, computer or tablet with an internet connection. You can also follow the program on your phone.
Do I need to stop taking my medication?
No. The program is designed to work alongside your medical care, not instead of it. Never stop or change your medication without talking to your doctor first.
How does the 30-day money-back guarantee work?
If the program is not right for you, simply send an email to [email protected] within 30 days of signing up. No questions asked. You will have your money back within 5 days.