Lipedema Patient Shares Her Story on National TV! Lipedema Awareness Month

  Lipedema with Dermatologist Dr. David Amron Dermatological surgeon and liposuction specialist Dr. David Amron educates us on a little-known condition called Lipedema, which is the disproportionate swelling of tissues in the legs, calves, legs, ankles, and thighs. He explains how a very precise and complicated liposuction procedure can cure sufferers. Lipedema patient Jasna Tursic shares her personal journey with the diagnosis. Hallmark Channel Episode description … Continue reading Lipedema Patient Shares Her Story on National TV! Lipedema Awareness Month

Soon: 1st Center of Excellence for Lipedema Care and Treatment in NYC

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Catherine, Dr Joe Dayan, Dr Stefan Rapprich & Dr Mark Smith – the McDreamys for sure! Dr Joe Dayan, Dr Josef Stutz, Dr Mark Smith A year ago today I was in the Operating Room at Beth Israel Medical Center/Mt Sinai Hospitals filming with Dr. Mark Smith and Dr. Joe Dayan. Working with them has been a marathon of… Continue reading Soon: 1st Center of Excellence for Lipedema Care and Treatment in NYC

New study points to immune system macrophages for weight loss

We’ve known from Dr. Herbst and other researchers that Lipedema fat is connected to the immune system in some way. Hoards of immune system cells known as macrophages like to hang around fat cells and cause inflammation. A recent study published suggests that by subjecting the white fat cells and storage areas that hoard these macrophages to cold, we can activate them to create a … Continue reading New study points to immune system macrophages for weight loss

Why are my legs so fat? You might actually have Lipedema!

  Why Are My Legs So Fat? You May Actually Have Lipedema! Written by Crystal Willis Do you feel embarrassed by your “thunder thighs” or “cankles”? You’re not alone. But, it might be more than just a need to lose a few pounds. Answer some of the questions below to determine if you might be suffering from a medical condition called Lipedema that affects approximately … Continue reading Why are my legs so fat? You might actually have Lipedema!

Lip Lady Recommends All-Natural Skin Care from Blooms-N-Bees

Hey There Lip Ladies and Fashionistas! Skin care is not just about looking good, smooth, and shiny! Of course it feels good, but we all know that skin care is super important if you are a Lip Lady with Lipedema/Lymphedema, or another condition like Diabetes or Eczema. I encourage you all to try out the all-natural and hand-made soaps, lotions, facial cleansers and lotions, and … Continue reading Lip Lady Recommends All-Natural Skin Care from Blooms-N-Bees

Cool Crop Jackets and Cardigans For Arm Confidence at any Size!

Ladies! Many of us are shy about baring our arms, so you’re not alone. But, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your cool and sass for a frumpy black cover up!! Here are some fresh and trendy ideas that will accentuate your waist and give you the camouflage you desire in one of Spring’s hottest trends, the CROP!! Pair any of these affordable and … Continue reading Cool Crop Jackets and Cardigans For Arm Confidence at any Size!

Fat Legs and All: A fun look at Lipedema

I watched this creative and enlightening video today about Lipedema, the condition I have in my legs. I wanted to share it with all of you to raise awareness about this condition. 🙂  Stay tuned for more Lip Lady Fashion tips coming soon! ‘Fat Legs and All’ is a quirky and creative video made to raise awareness of Lipoedema and show that with understanding and education … Continue reading Fat Legs and All: A fun look at Lipedema

Reignite a Passion For Prints this Spring; Lip Lady Spring 2014 Trend Alert!

Ladies, it time to reignite the flame with one of the hottest spring and summer trends: Prints! The runways were peppered with floral, tribal, abstract, and polka dot prints. Shake it up from your boring blacks and solids and show some pizzazz! Many Lip Ladies and pleasantly plus women are afraid to try prints for fear it will make them appear larger! Yet, when done … Continue reading Reignite a Passion For Prints this Spring; Lip Lady Spring 2014 Trend Alert!

Lip Lady Trends: Spring 2014 Pastel Pedis

Pink and Purple pastel pedicure toenail designs are what’s hot for Spring! Embrace your childhood Easter egg painting memories by brightening up your little piggies with these gorgeous and soft pastel shades of pink, purple, blue, green, orange, and everywhere in-between! Here’s a few ideas I rounded up online to get you little bunny’s going! As always, foot care is so important for Lip Ladies, so why … Continue reading Lip Lady Trends: Spring 2014 Pastel Pedis