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
Episodes
8 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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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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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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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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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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Episode 5
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22:52
Trish's 8-Week Lipoedema Journey: Program Complete!
In the Lounge today we have Trish! Trish has just recently completed her 8 week Acute phase in her Lipoedema journey!We are so proud of you Trish and are so privileged to walk and continue to walk this journey together. You...
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Episode 4
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21:46
Acute program for Lipoedema - Understanding what we do
Are you new to the Lipoedema world, or struggling to find a place to start?We got you girl! At our clinic we have designed an 8 week acute phase program to get your Lipoedema journey started. Listen to this epi...
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Episode 3
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4:59
Lipoedema symptom management strategy discussion
Struggling to find what works for you in terms of Lipoedema symptom management? Our casual zoom discussion with our beautiful support group may have the answers you are looking for!Do you have any topics you would like us to discuss? Se...
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Episode 2
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56:48
