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Lipedema Warrior Clinic, 9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway #250, Beaverton, OR (2025)

12/05/2025

You don’t need to travel for expert Lipedema care.
We offer nationwide telehealth.
Healing from home is real care.

12/03/2025

The problems no one talks about -

“Should I be on a low histamine diet forever?”
If you have MCAS, Lipedema, hEDS, or chronic inflammation, you have probably asked yourself that at 2 a.m. while Googling what you can safely eat.

Let’s unpack this in a grounded, science-minded way and talk about a smarter alternative that takes the guesswork out of your plate.

Here is where the research and clinical reality raise red flags:

Limited science
There is no single standardized “low histamine list,” and studies are small and inconsistent. What works for one person may do nothing for another.

High risk of nutrient gaps
Long term restriction of fermented foods, leftovers, certain fruits and vegetables, and protein sources can mean less protein, fewer micronutrients, and less fiber, which you need for gut, lymph and connective tissue health.

More fear, less freedom
Many patients end up terrified of food, socially isolated, and eating the same 5 “safe” meals over and over. This can increase stress physiology, which ironically drives mast cell activation.

It ignores your individual triggers
Histamine is only one piece. For many MCAS and Lipedema patients, other food chemicals or immune triggers are actually louder:

Food additives and chemicals

Certain fats

Particular fruits or vegetables

“Healthy” foods that are inflammatory for you

So you can be “perfect” on a low histamine diet and still be inflamed, in pain, and frustrated.

Where things get dangerous

A low histamine diet becomes risky when it is:

Extremely restrictive for months or years with no lab-guided plan

Used without clinical supervision in someone who is already under-muscled, under-nourished, or chronically ill

Paired with self-blame: “If I flare, I must have eaten wrong”

For women with Lipedema, MCAS, and hEDS, under-fueling and loss of muscle mass can worsen fatigue, pain, lymph congestion, and long-term resilience.

You deserve better than a lifetime of guessing.

Why MRT food sensitivity testing is a better route

Instead of guessing from internet food lists, MRT (Mediator Release Test) looks at how your immune cells respond to specific foods and food chemicals.

What makes MRT powerful:

It measures inflammatory mediators, not just antibodies

It identifies your personal low-inflammatory foods to build a safe base diet

It shows which foods are likely to provoke inflammation and mast cell activity for you

It gives a structured, staged plan so you are not eliminating everything at once

This shifts the question from:

“Is this food on the low histamine list”
to
“Does this food actually trigger my immune system and inflammation”

For our patients, MRT is often the difference between years of restrictive trial-and-error and finally having objective data that explains why their body reacts the way it does.

The bottom line
A low histamine diet can be a short-term therapeutic tool, not a permanent lifestyle for most people.

Long term restriction without data can increase stress, nutrient deficiencies, and worsen overall health.

MRT-guided nutrition helps you reduce inflammation and MCAS flares by using your own immune data instead of generic food lists.

If you live with Lipedema, MCAS, hEDS, or chronic inflammation, you do not need another rigid food rule. You need a clear, personalized roadmap that supports your nervous system, your connective tissue, and your long-term longevity.

Book now to start living life not surviving life..
https://intakeq.com/booking/wymhje

12/03/2025

Portland, you asked. We listened.
Dr. Rodriguez is now seeing patients in person!
Telehealth is still available nationwide.

11/21/2025

✨ Why Black Friday DNA Kits Are a Waste of Money — and What Actually Moves the Needle for Your Health ✨

Every Black Friday, the internet gets flooded with “can’t miss” deals on DNA test kits from big-box companies like 23andMe and Ancestry.
And every year… women spend money hoping these kits will finally give them answers.

But here’s the truth most people don’t realize:

These big-box DNA kits are not designed to improve your health.
They’re designed to collect data — not to create a personalized healing plan.

If you’re a woman navigating Lipedema, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos, chronic inflammation, weight resistance, or long-term pain…
a generic algorithm-generated report is not just unhelpful — it’s a complete waste of your money and your hope.

Let’s talk about why. 👇

🚫 The Problem With “Discount DNA” Kits

Black Friday kits give you:

• Generic summaries that tell you things like “you may prefer salty foods.”
• No clinical interpretation from someone who understands complex conditions.
• No roadmap, no plan, no guidance, just a PDF and a “good luck.”

They do not look at:
✘ inflammation pathways
✘ methylation issues
✘ detox challenges
✘ nutrient absorption
✘ histamine intolerance
✘ MCAS sensitivities
✘ fat metabolism
✘ connective tissue vulnerabilities
✘ longevity markers

And they absolutely do not teach you what to do about any of it.

For the women we serve — women who are in pain, dismissed by the mainstream medical system, and searching for answers — these tests provide zero transformation.

✨ What Actually Creates Change: Nutrigentics DNA Testing + Clinical Interpretation

At our clinic, we use Nutrigentics DNA testing, a clinical-grade analysis designed specifically to uncover the root issues behind your symptoms.

But the real magic isn’t the test itself —
it’s the interpretation.

Dr. Rodriguez sits with every patient and analyzes their genetic pathways one by one, helping them understand:

• Why their inflammation won’t shut off
• Why they can’t detox properly
• Why they gain weight rapidly or can’t lose it
• Why their body overreacts to histamine
• Why Lipedema keeps progressing
• Why their connective tissue is unstable
• What supplements will actually work for THEIR pathways
• Which foods their body can metabolize
• And what steps will reverse or calm their symptoms

This is not a “read your results online” experience.

This is personalized medicine — real science applied to real life, with a clinician guiding you through it.

Because your DNA is only data…
until someone who understands your body turns it into a plan.

🌿 Your Genetics Are Not Your Destiny — They’re Your Blueprint

With Nutrigentics testing, Dr. Rodriguez builds a personalized roadmap for:

✔ lowering inflammation
✔ stabilizing MCAS reactions
✔ supporting connective tissue
✔ improving fat metabolism for women with Lipedema
✔ optimizing methylation and detox
✔ balancing hormones
✔ improving mitochondrial energy
✔ building a longevity lifestyle that fits YOUR genetics

Our clinic was built for women who’ve been dismissed, misunderstood, or told “your labs are normal.”

We know what it feels like to search for answers that no one else seems to have.

This is why our approach combines compassion, science, and deep clinical understanding — because you deserve more than generic summaries and false hope.

💛 If you’re ready for REAL answers…

Skip the Black Friday gimmicks.
Invest in the data that actually transforms your health — and the clinicians who know how to use it.

Your healing deserves precision.
Your journey deserves guidance.
And you deserve a team who truly understands your body.

If you’re ready to see what Nutrigentics can reveal for you, we’re here, ready to walk every step with you.

11/17/2025

✨ Let’s Talk About Self-Sabotage in Fitness ✨

It’s wild how often we say we want to get healthier… yet we are the first ones standing in our own way. 😅
Skipping workouts, “starting on Monday,” late-night snacking, all-or-nothing thinking — these aren’t flaws, they’re sabotaging habits we’ve practiced for years.

But here’s the good part: you can unlearn them.

💡 Start small.
Stop waiting for the perfect moment or perfect motivation. Do the 10-minute walk. Drink the water. Choose one healthy meal. Tiny wins stack up.

💡 Drop the perfection mindset.
You don’t need to be perfect — just consistent. One slip doesn’t mean you failed. It means you're human.

💡 Check your self-talk.
If you constantly tell yourself you “can’t stick to anything,” guess what? Your brain will believe you. Rewrite the script.

💡 Remember your why.
Energy. Confidence. Strength. Peace of mind. You aren’t doing this for punishment — you’re doing it so you can live fully.

The moment you stop fighting yourself, you start seeing results.
Be patient. Be kind. Keep going. 💪❤️

If you’re working on breaking those sabotaging behaviors, I’m proud of you — even if today was messy. Progress is progress.

11/16/2025

🌱 Why Choose Nutrigenetic Testing Instead of Just Genetic Testing? 🌱

Most genetic tests tell you interesting things about your ancestry or health risks… but then leave you wondering, “Okay, now what?”

That’s where nutrigenetic testing steps in—and this is where the real transformation happens.

✨ Nutrigenetics doesn’t just tell you about your genes. It tells you what to DO with that information. ✨

Here’s why it’s a smarter choice:

🔥 1. Personalized Nutrition
Learn how your body absorbs nutrients, metabolizes foods, and what it actually needs more (or less) of. Get customized recommendations—not generic diet advice.

⚖️ 2. Better Metabolism & Weight Support
Find out how your DNA influences your carb, fat & protein processing. Discover the diet style that works with your biology, not against it.

🏋️‍♀️ 3. Customized Fitness & Recovery
Your genes can reveal whether you’re built for endurance or strength, how you recover, and what helps you avoid injury.

⚠️ 4. Clearer Insights Into Health Risks
Instead of scary “risk” reports, get practical guidance on how to support heart health, blood sugar, inflammation, and more through personalized nutrition.

🌟 5. Real, Actionable Guidance
Genetic data alone is interesting—nutrigenetic testing turns it into a roadmap for your energy, mood, performance, and long-term wellness.

💡 Genetic testing tells you your traits.
Nutrigenetic testing tells you how to THRIVE.

If you’re ready to make your wellness truly personal, nutrigenetic testing is where the magic happens. 💚

https://www.lipedemawarriorclinic.com/nutrigenomics

11/16/2025

🌡️ MCAS is NOT “all in your head”… but your nervous system is deeply involved. 🧠⚡️

If you’ve ever wondered why your body suddenly acts like it’s allergic to life — random hives, flushing, dizziness, gut chaos, mystery fatigue, weird reactions to foods or smells — here’s the plot twist:

👉 Your mast cells don’t just respond to allergens… they respond to STRESS signals from your nervous system.

When your nervous system is stuck in “fight or flight,” your mast cells can go into overdrive.
Not because your body is broken — but because it’s trying (a little too hard) to protect you.

And this is why so many people with MCAS say things like:

✨ “Deep breathing lowered my symptoms.”
✨ “Cold exposure helped my flares.”
✨ “When I finally slept, everything calmed down.”
✨ “Trauma healing helped my reactions.”
✨ “Regulating my nervous system changed my whole life.”

Because mast cells literally listen to your brain.

Your vagus nerve?
Your stress hormones?
Your sense of safety?

They’re all talking to your mast cells 24/7.

So yes — meds help. Diet helps. Avoiding triggers helps.

But when you support your nervous system, your mast cells finally get the memo that it’s safe to chill.

💛 Slow exhales
💛 Grounding
💛 Lymph movement
💛 Gentle exercise
💛 Somatic work
💛 Real rest
💛 Being around people who make your body feel safe

These aren’t “woo.”
They’re biology.

If this resonates… you’re not alone. And you’re not “too sensitive.”
Your body is trying to protect you — it just needs rewiring, not shaming.

🟣 If more people understood the MCAS + nervous system connection, we’d have fewer flare-ups and more healing stories.

11/14/2025

🌿✨ What if your best years are still ahead of you? ✨🌿

Most people think “longevity” means just living longer.
But what if it meant living better — clearer mind, calmer body, and boundless energy — at every age?

At , we combine advanced longevity medicine with real human care — whether you visit us in person in Portland Oregon or connect with us via telehealth anywhere.

🧬 Personalized protocols
💧 Cellular health optimization
🌙 Sleep, hormones, and metabolism in sync
❤️ Root-cause healing, not quick fixes

Because aging isn’t the problem — inflammation, stress, and disconnection are.
We help you rewrite that story.

📍 In-person in Portland, Oregon
💻 Virtual visits available nationwide

Ready to feel younger from the inside out?
➡️ Click below to schedule your first Longevity Consultation and start your transformation today.

https://intakeq.com/booking/wymhje

OR email us, we'd love to hear from you!

info@lipedemawarriorclinic.com

11/12/2025

Healing isn’t passive - how we live, breathe, eat, move, and think is the most potent medicine there is. Healing isn’t something to chase — it’s something to cultivate.

11/07/2025

🌿 “You’re not crazy. You’re reacting.” 🌿

That’s what I tell so many of my patients who’ve spent years chasing answers — only to be told their symptoms were “all in their head.”

If your body seems to overreact to everything — foods, fragrances, temperature changes, stress — you may be living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).

💥 Flushing.
💥 Hives or itching for no reason.
💥 Brain fog, fatigue, gut issues, anxiety.
💥 Feeling like your body is “on high alert” all the time.

You are not alone — and you are not broken.
Your body is trying to protect you. It just needs help calming its overactive immune system.

At our clinic, we focus on:
🌸 Understanding your story — not rushing to medicate your symptoms.
🌿 Identifying your unique triggers with compassion and precision.
💧 Supporting your mast cells through nutrition, environment, and nervous system regulation.

Because MCAS care isn’t just about histamines — it’s about hope, healing, and feeling safe in your own body again.

💜 You deserve a care team that listens, believes you, and helps you rebuild trust with your body.
📍Our Portland-based clinic or Telehealth services is here for you — blending science, empathy, and personalized healing.

11/07/2025

Medical students are not taught about the lymphatic system in medical school.
When you are suffering from bloating, brain fog, fatigue, heaviness, digestive issues, joint pain..

The lymphatic system plays a vital role in immunity and the removal of toxins from the body, so eating foods that support its function is essential for overall health. To promote lymphatic health, you'll want to focus on foods that help reduce inflammation, support detoxification, and boost the immune system. Here are some foods that can help support a healthy lymphatic system:
1. Leafy Greens
Examples: Kale, spinach, collard greens, and arugula.
Why: Leafy greens are packed with chlorophyll, which helps cleanse the lymphatic system and promote detoxification. They also contain antioxidants that reduce inflammation and support immune function.

2. Citrus Fruits
Examples: Lemons, oranges, grapefruits, and limes.
Why: High in vitamin C, citrus fruits help stimulate the production of white blood cells, which are crucial for immune health. They also have detoxifying properties that support the lymphatic system.

3. Berries
Examples: Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
Why: Berries are high in antioxidants and vitamin C, which can help protect the lymphatic system from damage. Their fiber content also aids digestion, which is key for detoxification.

4. Ginger
Why: Ginger is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and helps stimulate the lymphatic system by promoting the flow of lymph. It also supports digestion and reduces bloating, which can relieve pressure on the lymph nodes.

5. Garlic
Why: Garlic is a powerful antimicrobial agent, helping to kill harmful bacteria and viruses. It also supports the immune system and promotes detoxification by enhancing liver function, which in turn benefits the lymphatic system.

6. Nuts and Seeds
Examples: Walnuts, almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and pumpkin seeds.
Why: Nuts and seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids and healthy fats, which reduce inflammation and help maintain cell structure. They also provide vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the lymphatic system.

7. Turmeric
Why: Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound that has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It helps to reduce inflammation in the body, which can support lymphatic flow and improve overall immune function.

8. Beets
Why: Beets are rich in betalains, which are antioxidants that help to detoxify the body, support liver function, and improve blood circulation. This helps reduce the load on the lymphatic system and promotes healthy lymphatic flow.

9. Cucumbers
Why: Cucumbers are hydrating and help cleanse the body by flushing out toxins. Their high water content can support lymphatic drainage and reduce swelling or bloating.

10. Water
Why: Staying hydrated is one of the most important ways to support your lymphatic system. The lymph fluid itself is composed mainly of water, so maintaining proper hydration ensures it flows freely and efficiently.

11. Fermented Foods
Examples: Kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, and kombucha.
Why: Fermented foods are beneficial for gut health, and since the gut and immune system are interconnected, improving gut health supports immune function and, by extension, the lymphatic system.

12. Leafy Herbs
Examples: Parsley, cilantro, and mint.
Why: These herbs have natural diuretic properties, which help remove excess fluid and toxins from the body. They also support digestion and liver function, benefiting lymphatic health.

13. Green Tea
Why: Green tea is loaded with antioxidants like catechins, which help support immune function and protect the body from harmful toxins. It also helps to stimulate the liver and flush out waste products.

14. Healthy Fats
Examples: Avocados, olive oil in moderation.
Why: Healthy fats are important for reducing inflammation, supporting the cells of the lymphatic system, and assisting in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), which are essential for immune function.

In addition to eating these foods, regular exercise, dry brushing, and staying hydrated can also support lymphatic health. Keeping your body moving encourages the flow of lymphatic fluid, helping to flush out toxins more effectively.

Do you have a specific dietary preference or restriction you'd like to take into account for a more tailored approach?

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