“These foods, when consumed in adequate quantities, help control body weight and may have an anti-inflammatory effect”, says nutritionist Mônica Assunção, from Hospital Universitário Alberto Antunes, UFAL (Federal University of Alagoas), linked to Ebserh (Brazilian Hospital Services Company).
However, this does not mean a cure for lipedema. I highlight that good eating habits must be associated with regular physical activity, as well as the absence of alcoholism and smoking. Mônica Assunção, nutritionist
Having help from a nutritionist in this process is a rule of thumb to personalize your diet to your other health needs. “No matter how much there are general guidelines for a condition, each individual is different, with their restrictions, metabolic and gastrointestinal conditions that require individual dietary planning”, reinforces nutritionist Karoline Andrade, from the Univasf University Hospital (Federal University of Vale do São Francisco), Ebserh unit in Petrolina (PE).
What to avoid when you have lipedema?
Armando Lobato, vascular surgeon and president of SBACV, explains that there is no list of prohibited foods. “The condition is not directly related to diet. However, some general guidelines can promote well-being,” he says.
Once again, the guidance follows guidelines recommended for the entire population:
