Living Well with Lipedema Surgery Simplified

Today, we discuss the findings from a study conducted by a team of researchers in Brazil, published in the medical journal Cureus in December 2020. The study, titled Lipedema and the Evolution to Lymphedema with the Progression of Obesity , aimed to examine the prevalence of systemic lymphedema in lipedema patients based on weight. The data indicates that a significant number of women with lipedem...

Today, we're exploring a study from the University of Calabria in Italy by Roberto Cannataro and Erika Cione, titled Utilizing Nutritional Supplements for Managing Lipedema: A Scientific Approach. Published in the Nutraceuticals journal in September 2022, this research highlights potential supplement strategies for managing lipedema symptoms. For those interested, you can find the full paper here...

Today, we’re examining an important study by two French physicians titled, Frequency of Lipoedema in Patients Consulting a Vein Clinic for Mild to Moderate Superficial Venous Disorder with Symptoms: A Retrospective Analysis. Published in Journal of Vascular Medicine in April 2023, this research sheds light on the frequency of lipedema in women experiencing chronic leg pain who visit vein clinics....

Today I’d like to tell you about a group of researchers in Szeged, Hungary. The paper is titled, Lipoedema: detailed left atrial volumetric and strain analysis by three-dimensional speckle-tracking echocardiography from the MAGYAR-Path Study. It was published in the peer-reviewed journal Advances in Dermatology and Allergology   in June 2022. This study aims to look at heart volume and functi...

Today, we're exploring fascinating insights from a Swedish research study titled, A Large-Scale Experiment on New Year’s Resolutions: Approach-Oriented Goals Are More Successful Than Avoidance-Oriented Goals, published in PLOS ONE in December 2020. The researchers investigated the types of resolutions people make, their confidence in achieving them, and whether approach-oriented goals lead to bett...

Today, we're diving into a recent publication by a team of surgeons and clinicians in the U.S., titled Lipedema Reduction Surgery Improves Pain, Mobility, Physical Function, and Quality of Life: Case Series Report. This study, published in PRS Global Open in November 2023, highlights the transformative effects of lipedema reduction surgery for women in the USA, focusing on techniques that protect...

Today, I want to share insights from a review paper authored by researchers from Naples and Rome, Italy. Published in the peer-reviewed journal Current Obesity Reports in November 2023, the review summarizes the existing evidence on the efficacy and safety of a very low-calorie ketogenic diet as a potential treatment for lipedema, particularly in cases involving obesity. This paper is significant...

Today, I’ll share findings from a study by Polish researchers, titled The Usefulness of Compression Therapy in Lipedema Patients: A Pilot Study, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health in January 2023. The study compared two approaches: exercise combined with compression therapy versus exercise alone. While compression therapy doesn't reduce fat volume, t...

In this episode, we discuss a paper written by researchers in Italy titled, "The Role of Physical Exercise as a Therapeutic Tool to Improve Lipedema: A Consensus Statement from the Italian Society of Motor and Sports Sciences and the Italian Society of Phlebology." It was published in the peer-reviewed journal Current Obesity Reports in July 2024.

In this episode, we explore a Swiss research paper titled “The Effect of a Low-Carbohydrate High-Fat Diet on Laboratory Parameters in Women with Lipedema Compared to Overweight/Obese Women,” published in the peer-reviewed journal Nutrients in June 2023. The study aimed to assess changes in blood markers after 7 months on a ketogenic diet in women with lipedema, compared to those who are overweight...

In this episode, we review a paper authored by two clinicians and researchers from Valencia, Spain. The study aimed to evaluate the current state of lipedema in Spain by examining the symptoms experienced, the treatments used, and their effectiveness. Additionally, the research explored the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on lipedema symptoms among the participants.

In this episode, we discuss a study conducted by surgeons in Rome, Italy, published in the journal Nutrients in August 2023. The study evaluates the effectiveness of a personalized Modified Mediterranean-Ketogenic Diet (MMKD), with or without carboxytherapy, on various lipedema symptoms such as body composition, pain, overall health, and quality of life.

In this episode, we explore a June 2023 study by surgeons in Sao Paulo, Brazil, published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open . The study investigates how liposuction surgery for lipedema affects the lymphatic system, offering important insights for women with lipedema and highlighting another potential benefit of this treatment.

Today, I have an excerpt from a presentation by Dr. Stanley Rockson at one of Lipedema Simplified’s Heart to Heart virtual events. Dr. Rockson is the Allan and Tina Neill Professor of Lymphatic Research and Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. As a principal investigator or co-investigator, he has been involved in numerous clinical trials researching various aspects of lymphatic dis...

In this episode, I’m sharing an excerpt from a presentation that Siobhan Huggins and I gave at the Keto Chow Meat Up in Draper, UT, on July 15, 2023. Keto Chow has been a proud sponsor of multiple Lipedema Simplified events, and both Siobhan and I are big fans of their products. In this clip, we discuss various complementary treatments for managing lipedema symptoms, with a special focus on the be...

In this episode, we dive into a 2023 study published in the European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences , conducted by researchers from Italy, Jordan, and Australia. The study investigates the potential connection between MTHFR gene polymorphisms and the risk of developing lipedema, offering new insights into the genetic factors that may contribute to this condition.

In this episode, we highlight an excerpt from a presentation by Siobhan Huggins and me at the Keto Chow Meat Up in Draper, UT, on July 15, 2023. Keto Chow has supported several Lipedema Simplified events, and we’re big fans of their products. In this talk, Siobhan discusses the challenges of connective tissue issues, including fibrosis and inflammation, and how these may mirror symptoms seen in ot...

In today’s episode, we feature an insightful excerpt from Dr. Eric Westman’s presentation at the 2022 Ketogenic Revolution for Lipedema & Lymphedema virtual event. Dr. Westman, an Associate Professor of Medicine at Duke University and co-founder of Adapt Your Life, shares valuable advice on how to effectively communicate with your doctor, especially when they may have limited knowledge of nutr...

Today, I have an excerpt from a presentation by Dr. Gabriele Faerber at Lipedema Simplified’s April 2024 Heart to Heart virtual event: Keto and Beyond: Customizing Your Plan to Joyful Nutrition. Dr. Faerber has been diagnosing and treating venous and lymphatic disorders at Centre of Vascular Medicine Hamburg since 2001. After qualifying in nutritional medicine in 2008, she began focusing on the tr...

In this episode, we explore a recent study conducted by researchers in Poland, published in Frontiers in Physiology in April 2023. The study, titled Lymphoscintigraphic Alterations in Lower Limbs in Women with Lipedema Compared to Overweight/Obese Women , investigates how lymphatic function differs between women with lipedema and those with overweight or obesity. Tune in for insights into the stud...

In this episode, we feature a powerful excerpt from Catherine Seo's presentation in a June 2018 MasterClass on lipedema. As the founder and director of Lipedema Simplified and the Lipedema Project, Catherine shares 5 essential mindset shifts that can revolutionize how you manage and thrive with lipedema. Tune in for transformative insights that can help you reshape your journey and empower your li...

In this episode, we feature an excerpt from a presentation Siobhan Huggins and I delivered at the Keto Chow Meat Up in Draper, UT, on July 15, 2023. Keto Chow, a proud sponsor of several Lipedema Simplified events, has become a favorite of ours. In this clip, Siobhan shares insights from recent studies that explore the effectiveness of a ketogenic diet in managing lipedema symptoms. Tune in to hea...

In today’s episode, we explore a fascinating study titled Lipedema Research—Quo Vadis? published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine in December 2022. Conducted by researchers from Austria and Germany, this literature review delves into the last few decades of lipedema research, shedding light on key findings and the future direction of studies in this field. Join us as we discuss the importan...

Today, I’d like to share with you about a research conducted by a group in Australia called  A Family-Based Study of Inherited Genetic Risk in Lipedema published in the peer-reviewed journal Lymphatic Research & Biology in February 2024. The authors wanted to learn more about the genetic predisposition toward lipedema among affected patients compared to their unaffected family members. Th...

In this episode, we share an excerpt from Cameron Ayala's presentation at the Ketogenic Revolution for Lipedema & Lymphedema virtual event held from April 29 to May 1, 2022. Cameron, a 33-year-old lymphedema patient and advocate from Houston, TX, became a public voice for lymphatic diseases after joining the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) in 2019. Using his platform fro...