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  1. Top foods for lymphedema include1234:
    • Antioxidant-rich foods (fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds)
    • High-protein foods (to strengthen connective tissues)
    • Whole grains
    • Healthy fats (such as extra virgin olive oil and avocados)
    • Hydrating foods (water, citrus fruits)
    • Leafy greens
    • Garlic, herbs, and spices
    • Ocean vegetables (seaweed, spirulina)
    • Nuts (peanuts, almonds, walnuts, Brazil nuts, cashews)
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    Eat whole foods, mostly plants, including a wide variety of rainbow-colored vegetables and fruits, as well as fermented foods. Use herbs and spices to provide your favorite flavors. Starve lymphedema and lipedema by avoiding added sugars (especially fructose), refined grains (especially grains containing gluten), and chemically modified fats.

    Nutrition for Lymphedema and Lipedem…

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    Top Foods to Include in a Lymphedema Diet

    • 1. Antioxidant-rich foods Foods rich in antioxidants – primarily fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds – all help support your immune system and reduce inflammation throughout your body. ...

    Best Diet for Lymphedema: Best and Wor…

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    Eat plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and green leaves for vitamins and minerals Nutritious Fruits include berries, apples, oranges, mangoes, kiwi, grapes and tomatos Vegetables high in nutrients are carrots, beans, broccoli, olives, red and yellow peppers Green leaves like kale, spinach, collard leaves and lettuce

    Lymphedema and Diet [Aims, Dos and Do…

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    Some of the top foods and drinks that are highly helpful in draining the lymphatic system include the following: water, extra virgin olive oil, lemons and limes, oranges, apricots, berries, leafy greens, seeds (e.g. pumpkin and sunflower), garlic, herbs and spices, brown rice, avocado, ocean vegetables (seaweed, spirulina, kombu, etc.) and nuts (peanuts, almonds, walnuts, Brazil nuts, cashews, etc.).

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    Best Diet for Lymphedema: Best and Worst Foods to Eat

    Feb 21, 2024 · Here are the best foods to consume if you have lymphedema, all of which can help get your symptoms under control including fluid retention and high blood pressure. The “best” diet for primary lymphedema or secondary …

     
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  4. Lymphedema

    Also known as: lymphoedema, lymphatic edema
    Content medically reviewed by
    Dr. Kabir Sethiverified specialist
    DM, Cardiology
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    One or more of these treatment options may be suggested by your provider.
    There is no cure for lymphedema. Treatments aim at reducing swelling and controlling the pain.
    Nutrition

    Foods to eat:

    • Foods with high protein content like legumes, eggs, tofu and lean meat
    • Increase the intake of fresh fruits and vegetables

    Foods to avoid:

    • Foods with high sodium content like canned Foods, cured meat, sauces and fast Foods
    • Processed dairy products like yogurt and ice creams
    • Carbonated beverages like soda
    • Processed grains like oat cereals, popcorn or salty crackers

    Procedures

    Pneumatic compression: An inflatable sleeve puts pressure on the affected limbs to push lymph fluid away from that area.

    Lymphedema surgery: Considered in case of severe lymphedema.

    Therapy

    Physical therapy:Simple exercises to help the movement of affected limbs and cope with everyday activities. Wrapping a bandage around the affected limbs.

    Massage therapy:To help the fluid movement out of the limbs. Avoid massage in case of skin infections or blood clots.

    Complete decongestive therapy (CDT):Includes a combination of therapies including lifestyle changes.

    Self-care

    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Wear compression garments
    • Practice recommended exercises to reduce stress
    • Take care of the cuts or cracks in the skin

    Specialist To Consult

    Vascular surgeon

    Specializes in the diseases of the vascular system and performs minimally-invasive catheter procedures, surgical reconstruction.

    Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
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