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Reclaiming your health: Nutrition and lipoedema
Megan Pfeffer BHSc Megan Pfeffer BHSc

Reclaiming your health: Nutrition and lipoedema

As a clinical nutritionist with lipoedema, I know first-hand how confusing the world of nutrition can be—especially when you are living with a condition that is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. When living with lipoedema, the journey of trying to manage symptoms, maintain a healthy muscle mass and weight, and improve energy levels can feel overwhelming. The constant misinformation and dismissive attitudes towards our symptoms, often written off as excess weight gain caused by overeating, can make it even harder to stay motivated.

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