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Nutritional Considerations for lymphedema - an article

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Another interesting article on lymphedema and nutrition. I would appreciate feedback on the comment about limiting protein in one's diet. I had read long ago low protein can actually lead to edema! Has anyone had their serum protein levels tested? Would this be a helpful treatment consideration?

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Thank you so much for sharing. I truly appreciate hearing how others manage as I embark on my lifelong quest to learn and live with a "big leg" too!!!

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