PERSONALIZED TESTING FOR
LIPeDEMA & LYMPHEDEMA
USE THE POWER OF DATA
FOR PERSONALIZED NUTRITION
If you have lipedema, you’ve probably tried doing “everything right” and still felt stuck. The truth is, lipedema changes how the body responds to food, stress, hormones, and inflammation. That’s why one size fits all nutrition advice so often misses the mark. Lipedema Labs exists to replace guesswork with clarity.
Instead of following another generic plan, labs give us real information about your body so we can build a nutrition approach that actually supports it. Lipedema is influenced by inflammation, insulin response, hormones, nutrient status, and how your body handles stress.
Without lab data, most women are left guessing. With labs, we can stop guessing and start personalizing. Lab testing helps us identify hidden inflammation that may be driving swelling and pain, spot nutrient deficiencies, see how stress hormones may be impacting your body’s ability to heal, and so much more!
When we know what’s happening beneath the surface, nutrition becomes more targeted and much more effective.
CUSTOMIZATION IS KEY
PERSONALIZED TESTING OPTIONS
We offer four advanced functional tests that provide deeper insight into inflammation, gut health, hormones, and genetic patterns.
- Mediator Release Testing, or MRT, identifies food and chemical triggers that may be driving inflammation.
- The GI-MAP evaluates gut health and microbial balance to uncover contributors to digestive symptoms and immune activation.
- The DUTCH test assesses hormone patterns and stress response, offering a clearer picture of cortisol and sex hormone metabolism.
- DNA testing looks at genetic markers that influence how your body processes nutrients, manages inflammation, and responds to food, helping guide more personalized nutrition decisions.
Use the toggles below to expand each section and learn more about how each of these unique testing options can help you manage lipedema symptoms and live a healthier life.
MRT TESTING
Mediator Release Testing, or MRT, is a blood test that measures how your immune cells respond to a wide range of foods and food chemicals. Instead of looking for allergies, MRT identifies inflammatory reactions at the cellular level that may not cause immediate symptoms but can still impact how you feel. This gives us a more complete picture of how your body responds to what you eat.
For women with lipedema, these hidden inflammatory responses can worsen pain, swelling, tenderness, and fluid retention. MRT helps pinpoint specific triggers so nutrition can be adjusted with intention rather than guesswork. When inflammatory foods are reduced, many women find it easier to manage symptoms and feel more confident eating without constant restriction or frustration.
MRT testing is completed through a standard blood draw at a local lab. A small blood sample is collected by a trained professional and sent to the laboratory for analysis. Results help identify foods and chemicals that may be contributing to inflammation, allowing for a more personalized nutrition approach.
Here’s what’s included:
- One Test: MRT Test (Mediator Release Test)
- 1 Results Session: We’ll meet to go over your test results and discuss next steps.
- Customized Plan: For the MRT Test, you will receive an electronic booklet with your results and instructions.
Important Note:
If you choose MRT in this package, please note that this offer does not include the 5 additional LEAP sessions that come with the complete MRT program. If you are interested in a more in-depth food inflammation package, please read more about that program here.
GI MAP Test
The GI-MAP is a comprehensive stool test that evaluates gut health by identifying bacteria, parasites, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms that live in the digestive tract. It also measures key markers related to digestion, immune function, and inflammation. In addition, this test includes a detailed look at zonulin, a marker of gut permeability (leaky gut), intestinal inflammation, and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). This test provides detailed insight into what’s happening in your gut, beyond basic digestive symptoms.
For women with lipedema, gut imbalances can contribute to chronic inflammation, immune activation, and difficulty tolerating certain foods. GI-MAP results help guide targeted nutrition and support strategies to improve gut health, which may reduce inflammation and support better symptom management over time. By addressing gut health at the root, many women experience improved digestion, less bloating, and a more stable response to food.
The GI-MAP sample is collected at home using a simple stool collection kit. Clear instructions are provided, and no lab visit is required. Once the sample is collected, it is securely packaged and mailed to the laboratory for analysis.
What’s included:
- One Test: GI Map Test
- 1 Results Session: We’ll meet to go over your test results and discuss next steps.
- Customized Plan: For the GI Map Test, you will receive a customized supplement plan to support your gut health.
DUTCH TEST
The DUTCH test, which stands for Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones, is a functional hormone assessment that measures sex hormones, cortisol, and key hormone metabolites. It provides insight into hormone production, metabolism, and daily cortisol patterns, offering a more complete picture than standard blood testing.
For women with lipedema, hormone imbalances and chronic stress can influence inflammation, fat tissue behavior, and symptom flare ups. DUTCH results help identify patterns related to estrogen metabolism and cortisol regulation so nutrition and lifestyle support can be more intentionally aligned. Supporting hormone balance may help improve energy, reduce symptom severity, and support more stable weight and inflammation management.
The DUTCH sample is collected at home using a dried urine method. Small urine samples are collected on filter paper at specific times throughout the day, then mailed to the lab for analysis. The process is noninvasive and can be completed from the comfort of your home.
What’s Included:
- One Test: Dutch Testing (Hormone testing).
- Results Session: We’ll meet to go over your test results and discuss next steps.
- Customized Plan: For the Dutch Test, you will receive a customized supplement plan to support your gut and hormone health.
DNA TESTING
DNA testing looks at specific genetic markers that influence how your body processes nutrients, manages inflammation, responds to carbohydrates and fats, and handles detoxification and stress. Your DNA doesn’t tell us what you must eat. It gives us insight into how your body is wired so we can work with it instead of against it. Think of it as understanding your body’s instruction manual.
Many women with lipedema notice that they react differently to foods than others do. DNA testing helps explain why. Genetic insights can help us understand what drives inflammation, how your body processes nutrients, whether your body needs extra support with methylation or detox pathways, and so much more! When nutrition is aligned with both your lab results and your genetic blueprint, it becomes easier to nourish your body without fear, extreme restriction, or constant trial and error.
Your DNA sample is collected at home using a simple buccal cheek swab. The process is quick, painless, and noninvasive. Once your sample is collected, you mail it back using the prepaid kit, and it’s sent to the lab for analysis. No blood draw or office visit required.
What’s Included:
- 1 DNA Test – This is taken via buccal swab in your home and mailed out at the post office.
- Comprehensive Written Report: The test includes an in-depth DNA analysis with lifestyle suggestions based on findings.
- This test includes a 60-minute results session with me. All information will be delivered electronically within the Practice Better portal.
Looking for Lipedema Nutrition and Testing?
The Lipedema Method
THE ONE AND ONLY PERSONALIZED LIPEDEMA NUTRITION PROGRAM
If you’re looking for lipedema nutrition support that includes testing and guidance on how to use it, The Lipedema Method may be the better fit.
The Lipedema Method is a 15-week digital program designed specifically for women with lipedema who want more than just test results. Inside the program, personalized DNA testing is built into the experience, along with structured education, group support, and practical tools to help you understand how your body responds to food, stress, and inflammation.
You’ll follow a clear roadmap that connects the dots between nutrition, inflammation, and lipedema symptoms. Along the way, you’ll have access to group education calls, bonus guides, optional additional testing, and ongoing support inside the Lippy Lady Lounge. Everything is designed to help you move from information overload to confident, sustainable action.
If you want a comprehensive approach where nutrition education, testing, and real-life application all work together, this program offers a deeper level of support than standalone testing alone.
