Living Well with Lipedema Surgery Simplified

Welcome to today's episode featuring excerpts from a Fireside Chat held within the Lipedema Simplified TRIBE in December 2022. Our discussion focuses on central lymphatic dysfunction, specifically addressing challenges within the trunk lymphatics. Join us as Kelly Bell shares his personal journey and insights into this condition, followed by Blanche Pepitone's experiences with central lymphatic dy...

Welcome to today's episode where we explore groundbreaking research conducted by Rischelle Crescenzi and colleagues at Vanderbilt University. Their study investigates the accumulation of sodium in the skin and subcutaneous adipose tissue of women with lipedema. Join us as we delve into how tissue sodium levels could potentially distinguish lipedema from obesity, and how reducing inflammation might...

Welcome to today's episode, featuring an excerpt from Dr. Emily Iker's presentation at our Heart 2 Heart virtual event in October 2022. Dr. Iker, a distinguished physician specializing in lymphology based in Santa Monica, California, shares invaluable insights into the symptoms of lipedema and her innovative use of ultrasound to examine subcutaneous fat tissue. Join us as she discusses the critica...

Welcome to today's podcast episode where we delve into an intriguing article titled 'The Lymphatic Vasculature in the 21st Century: Novel Functional Roles in Homeostasis and Disease,' authored by Guillermo Oliver and Natasha Harvey, and published in July 2020 by Cell Press. Join me as we explore how lymphatics are reshaping our understanding of health and disease management in contemporary times.

In this episode, we present excerpts from a Fireside Chat held in the Lipedema Simplified TRIBE in December 2022. Several TRIBE members and Siobhan Huggins, share their personal experiences and practical tips for traveling with lipedema and lymphedema. These insights offer valuable advice for managing travel while dealing with these conditions.

In this episode, we share an excerpt from a presentation by Gail Straker at our Ketogenic Revolution for Lipedema & Lymphedema virtual symposium in April 2022. Gail, the Community Manager and Director of Coaching for Lipedema Simplified, discusses her approach to fasting. She explains the concept of "slowing down to fast" and shares how she began a regular fasting program to better manage her...

This episode discusses an article titled “The MMP14–caveolin axis and its potential relevance for lipoedema,” published in Nature Reviews Endocrinology in August 2020 by research groups in Germany and Texas. The study aims to uncover the root cause of lipedema and suggests a potential mechanism involving the dysregulation of the CAV1 protein and the MMP14 enzyme. This research provides insights in...

In this episode, we feature an excerpt from a presentation by Dr. Stanley Rockson at our Heart 2 Heart virtual event in October 2022. Dr. Rockson, the Allan and Tina Neill Professor of Lymphatic Research and Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, also serves as Chief of Consultative Cardiology and Director of the Stanford Center for Lymphatic and Venous Disorders. With a career dedica...

In this discussion, we delve into a paper by Anne Williams published in 2019. Williams reviewed 10 studies from 2006 to 2019 to evaluate the outcomes of liposuction for women with lipedema and Dercum’s disease. She notes that while liposuction is not a cure and may not be suitable for everyone, it is frequently considered when symptoms become severe. However, she emphasizes that there is still ins...

In this episode, we present an excerpt from Dr. Stefan Rapprich's presentation at the Heart 2 Heart virtual event held in October 2022. Dr. Rapprich is a renowned dermatologic surgeon, dermatologist, and phlebologist in Germany, with extensive experience in treating lipedema patients through liposuction. In this segment, he provides an in-depth look at the symptoms of lipedema and discusses how li...

Today I’d like to tell you about an open-access paper titled, Proposed Framework for Research Case Definitions of Lipedema It was published in  Lymphatic Research and Biology Volume 22, Number 2  in March 2024. This work aims to describe the clinical, instrumental, and blood test results of a large population of women affected by lipedema in the lower body. In this episode, we explore th...

In this episode, Dr. Catherine Seo encourages you to find reasons to persevere, no matter the struggles you experience from having lipedema.

- In this excerpt, Jackie Eberstein discusses weight loss, emphasizing that it's not just about losing pounds but also about losing fat and fluid. - She highlights the importance of achieving your size goal over focusing solely on weight.

- The first article, titled “Liposuction is an Effective Treatment for Lipedema – Results of a Study with 25 Patients,” was published in the *Journal of the German Society of Dermatology* in 2010 by a group of surgeons in Germany. - Their objective in developing and using this questionnaire was to objectively quantify lipedema symptoms before and after liposuction surgery. - The second article, ti...

- Today, Mende Staggs shares her four essential rules for starting a ketogenic eating plan and discusses how to measure your success. - Mende began her keto journey in August 2016, inspired by the first Keto for Lipedema webinar. - After a lifetime of unsuccessful dieting and a recent lipedema diagnosis, she was initially skeptical about dietary changes but was delighted to see positive results. -...

In this episode, we explore the essential role of sodium in balancing minerals and maintaining magnesium levels, as well as its ability to fight infections throughout the body.

This episode talks about an article titled “Lipedema in Patients after Bariatric Surgery” was published in the journal Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases in 2016. This is a case study report from several surgeons at hospitals in New York, including John Bast, Leaque Ahmed, and Ryan Engdahl. The authors report on two women who underwent weight-loss surgery. This article is important for women...

This episode talks about an article titled “Aldo-Keto Reductase 1C1 (AKR1C1) as the First Mutated Gene in a Family with Nonsyndromic Primary Lipedema” which was published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences in August 2020 by a group of researchers in Italy. This study analyzed the genetic profile of three women with lipedema from the same family.

In this episode, we recall Catherine’s short snippet about the importance of self-care and the power of gratitude in managing lipedema.

In this episode, we explore the fourth step of the kindergarten method for fostering self-love: reciprocal play. Discover how engaging in playful, reciprocal activities can help you become your own best friend and enhance your relationship with yourself.

- The title of this article is  Effect of a low-carbohydrate diet on pain and quality of life in female patients with lipedema: a randomized controlled trial . - It was published in the peer-reviewed journal  Obesity in April 2024. - This paper describes the completed RCT, focusing on evaluating the effects of a low-carb diet (LCD) compared to a standard diet on lipedema-associated...

Carrie holds a bachelor's degree in Nutritional Medicine from Paramount College in Western Australia, where she graduated at the top of her class. She is also qualified in Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine through the Functional Nutrition Alliance in the United States and is a certified Keto Coach. Residing in sunny Western Australia, Carrie enjoys spending her weekends outdoors, fishing...

Today, I’m sharing an excerpt from an interview with Dr. Paula Stewart from our 2017 Lipedema & Keto Worldwide Summit. Dr. Stewart, board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializes in general physical rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, and comprehensive care for patients with cancer and lymphedema. In this excerpt, Dr. Stewart discusses how she utilizes the unique...

Today, I’m sharing an excerpt from an interview with Dr. Joanna Dudek, a psychologist and researcher in Poland, recorded at the 2016 Lipedema Worldwide Summit. Dr. Dudek, known for her groundbreaking research on lipedema, discusses the challenges of loving one’s body and the practice of acceptance. She explains how this acceptance can enhance quality of life and shares methods to achieve it.

The International Lymphatic Disease and Lymphedema Patient Registry & Biorepository plays a crucial role in advancing lipedema research and raising awareness about the condition. Overseen by the LE&RN Board of Directors and the Institutional Review Board of Stanford University, led by Dr. Stanley Rockson, the registry aims to expand our understanding of lipedema. Participation, particularl...