In this episode, hosts Shell and Tiana engage with Meegan Trean, a Lipoedema warrior and Vice Chair of Lipoedema Australia. They discuss Meegan's personal journey with Lipoedema, including her diagnosis, hormonal influences, mental health challenges, and the impact of binge eating disorder. The conversation also covers dietary changes, particularly the keto diet, and various management strategies for Lipoedema, including compression therapy and exercise. Meegan shares her experiences with surgery and recovery, as well as the importance of community support and self-care in managing the condition.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lipodema and Personal Journeys

02:02 Understanding Lipodema Progression and Hormonal Influences

06:05 Navigating Diagnosis and Treatment Options

08:58 Mental Health Challenges: ADHD, Anxiety, and Binge Eating Disorder

13:01 Dietary Strategies: The Role of Keto in Managing Symptoms

16:15 Body Image and Self-Perception in Lipodema

20:06 Surgical Interventions and Their Impact

24:03 Conservative Management Strategies for Lipodema

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