It means each of us with Lipedema can present with different symptoms (Ex. I may have pain to the touch, but you might walk around with constant pain; or I may have lymphatic concerns, but you may not, etc.).
It also means that we respond differently to treatments, like I might do really well with weight lifting, but you might do better with cardio.
One of the biggest controversies is what way of eating works best for Lipedema.
Guess what? Yep, that is different for each of us, too.
Just like supplements, surgery, and on and on.
Living with Lipedema becomes about finding what works for you.
So a word of caution, anyone saying their way is the only way, is someone to be cautious of.
No one thing is good for everyone. Those “if it worked for me, it will work for you” people may mean well, but it is your job to figure that out for yourself.
Sharing what you try and how it works is still the best way to figure out where to begin, and is how we find the common helpers that work for many - like changing the bad advice of we should not be exercising into exercise is good for us!
Keep trying new things, keep sharing what you do/learn about your body. ♥️ we are stronger together.
Yes! This is a great post and so important! Thanks Patti for sharing this reminder. :)
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DeleteYes! Genetics and hormones affect us all differently and react with lipedema differently.
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