…a FREE resource for women with lipedema!
This website is dedicated to the 15% of all women worldwide suffering from lipedema. A keto diet is typically recommended by doctors for lipedema, but this resource is all about how a health promoting, plant based vegan diet is superior to fad diets to slow the progression of this rare adipose disorder. I am a former teacher and medical educator turned first generation family farmer who still loves to deep dive in scientific literature in my quest to live a disease-free life with optimal wellness. I developed lipedema during puberty long before I knew there was a name for the condition that caused my pear shaped body and heavy, painful legs.
I created this space to help women like me take back their health through the power of plants. After being diagnosed with lipedema, I began searching for ways to manage symptoms naturally—and discovered how transformative a targeted vegan lifestyle could be. Here, I share what’s worked for me: anti-inflammatory recipes, science-backed strategies, and gentle support for women navigating life with lipedema. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or looking for a sustainable path forward, I hope this site empowers you to feel strong, nourished, and in control of your body again. No matter where you are in your journey, I’m glad you are here because I have so much research-based lipedema information to share about addressing the root cause of this debilitating condition!
From the blog:
- Why GLP-1 Medications Like Semaglutide Are Not a Solution for Lipedema
GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide (marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy), have gained attention for their effectiveness in managing type 2 diabetes and aiding weight loss in individuals with obesity. However, their application in treating lipedema—a chronic fat disorder—raises concerns due to fundamental differences between lipedema and conditions these medications are approved to treat. Understanding Lipedema: Not Just Excess Weight Lipedema is a chronic condition characterized by the… Continue reading Why GLP-1 Medications Like Semaglutide Are Not a Solution for Lipedema - Brain Fog Is Your Body’s Fire Alarm: Time to Switch to an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
If you’re constantly tired, mentally foggy, or struggling to focus — you’re not just “off.”You’re getting a desperate signal from your body: something’s inflamed, and it’s affecting your brain. That fuzzy-headed feeling?It’s not normal.It’s not just stress.It’s a fire alarm going off in your nervous system — and it’s telling you to change what you’re feeding your body and brain. What Is Brain Fog, Really? Brain fog is… Continue reading Brain Fog Is Your Body’s Fire Alarm: Time to Switch to an Anti-Inflammatory Diet - Why Women with Lipedema Should Rethink Arm Blood Pressure Measurements
For many women with lipedema, managing overall health is just as important as managing the condition itself. One critical yet often overlooked area is accurate blood pressure monitoring. If you have lipedema, especially with significant fat accumulation in your arms, it’s important to understand how traditional blood pressure cuffs might not give you a true reading — and what you can do about it. How Lipedema Affects Arm… Continue reading Why Women with Lipedema Should Rethink Arm Blood Pressure Measurements
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