OptiLounge Podcast
Welcome to the OptiLounge podcast!
Join your hosts, Dr Laura Redman (Vascular Specialist Surgeon) and Jenna-Lee Garbers (LAOSA Lymphoedema Therapist) in the OptiLounge, where we have casual conversations about important medical topics.
We look forward to seeing you in the OptiLounge!
Much lymph love,
Laura and Jenna
Podcasting since 2024 • 8 episodes
OptiLounge Podcast
Latest Episodes
Skin elasticity and Lipoedema - What happen to Elastin and what you can do to start improving it.
The connective tissue environment is primarily influenced by two key proteins: elastin and collagen. In lipoedema—a disorder of loose connective tissue—certain changes occur that lead to increased oxidative stress and chronic low grade local in...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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16:20
GLP-1, Peptides, Metformin and other medications for Lipoedema
Lately, there's been a surge of information about GLP-1 and GIP medications. In today’s episode, we explore how these medications affect the body and whether they could benefit someone with Lipoedema.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:46
Lipoedema awareness with Dr Elvyra
Joining us in the OptiLounge today is Dr. Elvyra, a vascular surgeon from Lithuania! She has traveled to South Africa to observe our Lipoedema clinic and gain deeper insights into the condition. In this episode, we discuss the level of awarenes...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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26:17
Sodium and Lipoedema - Its not only about the salt we eat...
Hey girlies!Discover the surprising connection between sodium and lipoedema! 🧂Ps. It's not only about the food we eat but also the increased sodium in the extra cellular matrix with Lipoedema. In this episode, we explore ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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12:58
Is poor cell health increasing your chronic inflammation?
Let's get cellular! In the lounge today Laura Ann and Jenna-Lee dive into the importance of cellular health for overall well being and vitality. Inflammation goes hand in hand with Lipoedema. Understanding the importan...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:52