Articles about compression, MLD, aqua therapy, nutrition, and other non-surgical approaches to lipedema management.
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are now widely used for weight loss — but how do they affect lipedema fat? This guide covers what the evidence shows, what to expect, and what to track.
Many people with lipedema ask about supplements. Here's an honest review of the most commonly used options — what's plausible, what's lacking, and what to consider.
Keto is the most-discussed dietary approach for lipedema. Here is what the evidence says about why low-carb may reduce symptoms — and how to track whether it works for you.
A step-by-step self-MLD routine for lipedema — correct pressure, lymph node preparation, lower-body sequence, and how to track whether it is working.
Aquatic exercise is one of the most consistently recommended movement approaches for lipedema. Here's why it works, what forms it takes, and how to begin if you have not tried it.
No diet cures lipedema — but an anti-inflammatory eating pattern can meaningfully reduce pain and swelling for many people. Here's what it involves and how to assess whether it's working for you.
A clear overview of every evidence-supported lipedema treatment — from compression and MLD to diet, exercise, and surgery — with guidance on how to choose an approach.
Conservative care is the foundation of lipedema management. Learn about compression, MLD, exercise, nutrition, and other approaches.
Compression therapy is one of the most commonly used conservative care approaches in lipedema management. Here is what it involves, why garment type matters, and how to assess whether it is helping.
Movement is an important part of lipedema management, but not all exercise affects lipedema the same way. Here is how to approach it thoughtfully and why tracking your response matters.
Without surgery, measuring lipedema progress is genuinely difficult. Here is a practical approach to tracking change through symptoms, measurements, and care response data.