One of the main conservative measures when managing Lipedema symptoms is diet. The best diet for Lipedema is generally considered to be an anti-inflammatory one. Many woman also follow a gluten free or Keto diet for Lipedema. At first it can seem very restricting, but it doesn’t have to be.
I’ve written a simple Lipedema diet plan that may help manage Lipedema inflammation. Remember to always consult a Lipedema specialist or registered dietitian for personalised advice.
Here’s my easy 7-day Lipedema diet plan:
Day 1:
* Breakfast: Greek yogurt with berries and a sprinkle of flaxseeds.
* Lunch: Grilled chicken salad with mixed greens, cucumber, and a vinaigrette dressing.
* Snack: Carrot and celery sticks with hummus.
* Dinner: Baked salmon with steamed broccoli and bulgur wheat (contains gluten).
Day 2:
* Breakfast: Oatmeal with sliced bananas and a drizzle of honey.
* Lunch: Quinoa and black bean bowl with avocado, cherry tomatoes, and lime dressing.
* Snack: Almonds and walnuts.
* Dinner: Stir-fry with a choice of meat or fish with broccoli, bell peppers, and brown rice.
Day 3:
* Breakfast: Whole-grain toast with almond butter and sliced strawberries.
* Lunch: Lentil soup with a side of mixed greens.
* Snack: Greek yogurt with honey.
* Dinner: Grilled prawns with roasted asparagus and sweet potato.
Day 4:
* Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach and tomatoes.
* Lunch: Turkey and avocado wrap with wholegrain tortilla.
* Snack: Sliced bell peppers with guacamole.
* Dinner: Baked cod with a side of quinoa and steamed green beans.
Day 5:
* Breakfast: Smoothie with spinach, banana, almond milk, and a scoop of protein powder.
* Lunch: Chickpea salad with cucumbers, red onion, and a lemon tahini dressing.
* Snack: Mixed berries.
* Dinner: Grilled chicken breast with roasted brussels sprouts and brown rice.
Day 6:
* Breakfast: Cottage cheese with sliced peaches and a drizzle of honey.
* Lunch: Mixed bean and vegetable stir-fry with brown rice.
* Snack: Trail mix (nuts, seeds, and dried fruit).
* Dinner: Baked fish with a side of bulgur wheat (contains gluten) and steamed broccoli.
Day 7:
* Breakfast: Wholegrain waffles with greek yogurt and mixed berries.
* Lunch: Spinach and feta stuffed chicken breast with a side of sautéed spinach.
* Snack: Sliced cucumber with tzatziki.
* Dinner: Lentil and vegetable curry with a side of basmati rice.
Any of the meat or fish options can be substituted for others that you prefer. Also, lentils, rice, bulgur wheat and quinoa are all part of an anti inflammatory diet for Lipedema, but bulgur wheat does contain gluten.
Remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Additionally, try to reduce your intake of processed foods, sugary beverages, and foods high in saturated fats, as these can all contribute to inflammation.
As always, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional or dietitian for a tailored diet plan that suits your specific needs.
Disclaimer: My blogs talk about Lipedema, diet, surgery and much more. I’m talking from my point of view to help women, and remind them they are not alone. I am not a medical professional, so the content above is from my own perspective with research I have done into the topic. It’s not meant as medical advice, you should always consult your doctor or a specialist for both your diagnosis, and a treatment plan.
Thank you SO much for this diet layout! I’ve just started the journey and have been feeling pretty overwhelmed, but your site has been so helpful!
So happy you like the diet plan, best of luck on your journey!
Muchas Gracias!!! Recién empiezo con lipedema en las dos piernas pantorrilla y es muy doloroso🙌.
Voy hacer la dieta que pone para lograr mejor calidad de Vida
DIOS la Bendiga 🙏
Hi there, thank you for your great information. I have been dismissed by a vascular surgeon saying I don’t have lipedema. I don’t have the traditional characteristics of it, but I have now entered menopause of 55 and have noticed a shift in the way my skin and body has changed the fat on my legs is very different although I am only 121 pounds. I can’t explain the texture and tone it resonates with lipedema. I wish more women would be educated with menopause and the link to lipedema something I’ve never ever heard of because I’ve been thin and active and pretty healthy my whole life. I’m going to see a functional medicine, hoping to find some help, but I understand that diet is probably the most important even more than exercise to get things Better if there’s any other tips or advice, please forward. Thank you so much, Anna.
I didn’t know that you could have whole wheat bread and brown rice on this diet. Interesting. Thank you.
I agree. Only oats, no wheat, no rice, so gluten free according to Lipedema specialists.
Frist site I’ve seen like this. I’m going to try it. Do you have any idea if the leg massagers help>
Sophie did you have sugery?
I mile this! Easy and accessible foods. I’m going to try this starting Sunday after I compiles a shopping list.
Intermittent fasting. Is this good for this condition
I got Lymphedema (surgical reason) than 6 years later my left leg became big. It produced the same phénomène (again 6 yrs later) for my right leg plus lipedema as I noticed the surface of my leg skin is so dry, reddish & quite hot with big pores & hair started to grow? The left & right legs’ aspect of skin texture are quite different. I obliged to wear medical compress garment but the result is worse for the right leg.
I have difficulty to bend my knee & my right leg fingers are swollen & hard to bend as well.
Will see the specialist for lymphedema in a short time & will discuss if I got as well the Lipedema.
Grace