Lymphedema: Condition Dietitians Can Help But Were Never Taught

It is estimated that 10 million Americans have lymphedema – that’s more that Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, HIV, MS and ALS combined. Yet, it was not included in dietitian curriculums despite the condition being greatly affected by diet. Those most at risk include the obese, those with peripheral vascular disease and cancer survivors. Most cancer survivors will say that living with lymphedema has a greater impact on their quality of life than the cancer