An evidence based look at anti inflammatory eating for lipedema, why “healthy” foods can still trigger symptoms, and how to find what works for your body.
Potatoes always get me, sweet potatoes are fine. Too much onion and garlic are also problematic. I haven't eaten gluten in over 6 years but from what I remember, this also caused problems. So I'm guessing for me it might actually be fructan sensitivity/fodmap issues? Who knows. I definitely follow the 80/20 with the exception of gluten and alcohol, those are completely cut out for me.
What you describe could fit with fructan or broader FODMAP sensitivity, especially since onion, garlic, and wheat are common triggers. From my background in nutrition and food science, that pattern is one I’ve seen repeatedly in people with IBS type symptoms. Potatoes versus sweet potatoes can also differ in how they hit blood sugar and digestion, depending on portion size and what you eat them with.
It also sounds like you’ve tracked your own responses carefully, which is the most useful starting point. The 80 20 approach works for many, and being strict with the few things that reliably trigger you, like gluten and alcohol, makes practical sense! :)
Potatoes always get me, sweet potatoes are fine. Too much onion and garlic are also problematic. I haven't eaten gluten in over 6 years but from what I remember, this also caused problems. So I'm guessing for me it might actually be fructan sensitivity/fodmap issues? Who knows. I definitely follow the 80/20 with the exception of gluten and alcohol, those are completely cut out for me.
What you describe could fit with fructan or broader FODMAP sensitivity, especially since onion, garlic, and wheat are common triggers. From my background in nutrition and food science, that pattern is one I’ve seen repeatedly in people with IBS type symptoms. Potatoes versus sweet potatoes can also differ in how they hit blood sugar and digestion, depending on portion size and what you eat them with.
It also sounds like you’ve tracked your own responses carefully, which is the most useful starting point. The 80 20 approach works for many, and being strict with the few things that reliably trigger you, like gluten and alcohol, makes practical sense! :)
80 / 20 is the best ✨