Navigating Lipedema with Michelle KeithIn this episode of Stronger Than Lipedema, hosts Cindy and Kristy speak with Michelle Keith, a prominent advocate with a significant social media following, who shares her personal journey with lipedema. Diagnosed in 2023 after first hearing about the condition in 2022, Michelle discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, including her son's autism and her recovery from addiction. Michelle highlights the importance of self-advocacy, the benefits of conservative measures like anti-inflammatory nutrition, and the support she has received and provided through online communities. She also touches on future plans for possibly undergoing surgery and developing resources for the lipedema community. Whether newly diagnosed or long-term, Michelle's story offers hope, practical advice, and inspiration for those navigating life with lipedema.00:00 Introduction to Stronger Than Lipedema00:55 Michelle's Lipedema Journey Begins01:59 Navigating Diagnosis and Family History02:50 Balancing Lipedema with Personal Challenges06:00 Building a Supportive Community12:53 Conservative Measures and Weight Loss16:02 Considering Surgical Options20:10 Managing a Large Support Group23:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement26:22 Conclusion and FarewellKristy's Contact information:IG⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/dellalunawellness/FB Group⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F3pseJKUd/?mibextid=wwXIfr⁠⁠⁠Website is below  Kristy Dellacroce, MS,OTR/L, MLD-CSunrise Healing, LLC⁠ ⁠⁠sunrisehealingaz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lipedema Advocate 856-297-7437Cindy contact information⁠FB:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/withcindyhowell⁠⁠Private FB Group:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/7021999704562921⁠⁠⁠IG:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lipedema_withcindyhowell/Cindy Howell RN PHC MPCHWebsite:⁠ ⁠⁠www.withcindyhowell.com⁠⁠⁠Lipedema advocate: 860-550-1161Top 5 Foods to Avoid for Managing Lipedema! Link: https://withcindyhowell.com/checklist/Free surgery course: ⁠https://l.bttr.to/6cATBMichelle Keith: ⁠[email protected]⁠https://linktr.ee/michelleekeith

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