I took the following helpful information from the National Lymphedema Network: "
In patients with lipedema, there is often an inability of the body to
digest certain fats, in particular long chain fatty acids. Long chain
fatty acids are absorbed by the lacteals (part of the lymphatic system)
in the small intestine. Thus are absorbed into the lymphatic system.
Once digested long chain fatty acids go on to be stored in adipose
tissue to be used later. There is belief that medium fatty acids (MCT)
in the diet can help to alleviate the problem. Medium chain fatty acids
bypass the intestines and are absorbed by the liver. They are easily
absorbed and unlike other fats, they
put little strain on the digestive
system and provide a quick source of energy. Medium chain fatty acids
are digested and absorbed quickly and with minimal effort. Because of
this, there is less strain on the pancreas, liver and the digestive
system. Pure virgin cold pressed coconut oil is a medium fatty acid.
Caprylic acid is a medium chain fatty acid derived from coconut oil
found to exhibit antifungal properties on contact with the fungus. Once
absorbed, caprylic acid is no longer antifungal but is then metabolized
to produce energy. Caprylic acid is produced in the body in small
amounts and is a natural component of coconut oil, palm nut oil,
butterfat and other vegetable and animal sources. It is synthesized from
caprylic alcohol (octanol) found in coconut oil. A diet high in
vegetables, fish, fruit and whole grains and omega fatty acids is
advised. Try to avoid refined carbohydrates and sugar, as well as limit
intake of sodium."
http://www.lymphnet.org/lymphedemaFAQs/questions/question_04_03.htm
Betty B. Ready
This blog is NOT ABOUT fad diets, liposuction, compression or surgery. I am not a doctor. The average doctors don't even know what lipidema is. So I will share what I've learned from experience and from decades of research to give hope to those who feel hopeless and see if we can cure the supposedly "incurable".
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