Bruises in lipedema - how do they arise? Let's start this time by rolling the horse up from behind. Before I ask you the question "Why do bruises keep appearing on my legs without bumping into myself?" explain, I'll tell you how it all started with lipedema for me and what
Lipedema & Lymphedema
Of course, drainage for lipedema and lymphedema
What should I ramble about about the hot porridge. At this point I'll tell you how it is: For most of the topics I'll ever leave behind here as a doctor in the future, science cannot be combined with the personal charm and humor of a blog author who might otherwise be found here. At least it works
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Nutrition
MCT oil and coconut oil - superfood or just hype?
Coconut oil sounds exotic, but MCT oil sounds modern. And right at the beginning, when it comes to healthy eating, we asked ourselves - what is healthier, butter or margarine? Both of these oils are currently enjoying increasing popularity. A Marketing Strategy? At least they are the top sellers among health-conscious people and are gaining ground
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Dr. Gerlach explains
Can anti-inflammatory diets influence lipedema pain?
Every day when our "second self" accompanies and annoys us, our unloved roommate, the piece of ballast of our body that we have to carry around with us without being asked, we are only too happy to reach for every straw that opens up to get rid of this enemy or if this does not succeed, at least one further penetration into our sensitive female shell
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Dr. Gerlach explains
Which compression is the right one for lipedema?
The lymphological compression supply - Backgroundinfo Through our finest blood vessels, the so-called "capillaries", water is continuously pushed out into the intercellular space of our tissue. This fluid contains various substances that are necessary for optimal cell supply. The "used" water, as well as excess protein, various metabolic degradation products, dead cell material, "inflammatory cells and factors" as well as pathogens etc. - all of this counts together
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Dr. Gerlach explains
Naturopathy: Does Turmeric Really Help With Lipedema Symptoms?
The (golden) milk does it? Bloggers, fitness gurus & influencers wrestle for the coveted topic; Many companies and drugstores are marketing a well-known spice - or better yet - in a whole, ready-to-drink mix, powder or capsule on the market and praise a new miracle weapon in the fight against everyday diseases, cancer reduction, antioxidant therapy and stop the aging process
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Dr. Gerlach explains
Naturopathy: Rutin - Herbal weapons in the fight against lymphedema in lipedema
How does lymphedema develop in lipedema Before we come to the subject of rutin in lipedema, I would first like to explain how lymphedema can develop in lipedema. Lipedema patients are usually afflicted by agonizing lymphedema at a later stage of their disease at the latest. The legs become heavy as lead. Bruises are common. Shoes or