Lipedema Sunday Poll and Scroll
For August 13th, 2023!
Every Sunday, I send out a short post with a question-and-answer poll and some helpful resources in bullet-point fashion. Please take a minute to answer the poll; it helps me write about information that’s important to you!
Happy Sunday! I don’t know what the weather is like where you live, but here in the PNW, it’s supposed to get over 100F degrees this week! Last month, I got a tiny above-ground pool and put it on our deck. I call it our Plunge Pool, and it’s been a lifesaver! We’ve even had our neighbors come over with their kids (3 y.o. and 4 y.o.). The moms and I socialize while my husband is in the pool, entertaining the kids. It’s been so much fun!
I’m continuing to morph my weekly newsletter into a comprehensive and INTERESTING piece that goes out to you every week. On Sundays, I send out 1-4 polls. Please take a moment to give me your answer below:
Thanks for participating!
And to give you a sample of question #1, here are some examples of what I’m looking to add to the Lipedema and Me newsletter:
Recipe of the week:
This downloadable recipe comes from nutriciously.com. Head over to the website for more healthy eats!
Vegan Sweet Potato Nourish Bowl with Chickpeas
This spiced and roasted chickpea sweet potato nourish bowl is quickly assembled with fresh veggies and creamy homemade sun-dried tomato hummus! Perfect for a healthy, high-protein weeknight dinner.
PREP TIME 15 minutes
COOK TIME 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME 45 minutes
Ingredients
3 medium sweet potatoes (400 g)
1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (240 g), drained & rinsed
2 tsp cumin
1 medium zucchini
1 cup fresh spinach (30 g)
2 tomatoes, diced
½ cup fresh parsley (14 g), chopped
2 green onions, diced
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus
6 sun-dried tomatoes*
1 ½ cup cooked chickpeas (240 g), drained and liquid reserved
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons tahini
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves
¼ cup water
Instructions
Bake the sweet potatoes & chickpeas
Preheat your oven to 350° F (175 °C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes.
Place the cubes and chickpeas on one of the baking sheets and sprinkle them with cumin and a pinch of salt. Toss to combine, then arrange everything into a single layer and put the sheet into the oven.
Prepare the zucchini
Cut the zucchini lengthwise into thin slices using a mandoline or sharp knife. Arrange them in a single layer on the second baking sheet and place them into the oven 5 minutes after putting in the first sheet.
After 10 minutes of baking, flip the zucchini slices using a spatula and toss the sweet potato cubes and chickpeas so everything bakes evenly.
After 15 more minutes, remove both baking sheets from the oven and set them aside.
Prepare the other veggies.
In the meantime, prepare the other components for the bowl! Wash and chop your veggies and add the parsley, diced tomatoes, green onions, lemon juice, and salt to a medium bowl. Mix to combine, then set aside.
Prepare the hummus
Make the hummus by placing the sun-dried tomatoes into your food processor and process to obtain a paste. Add the rest of the ingredients and process to create a smooth mixture. Adjust to taste preferences and add more liquid if needed.
Combine everything
Assemble your meal by getting serving bowls and creating a bed of spinach in each. Divide the rest of the ingredients between the bowls and top with your homemade hummus.
Roll the zucchini into ribbons for a prettier look and to make them easier to grab with the fork! Enjoy.
Links to Merch
Check out this Etsy shop for these cute little Lipedema bracelets (This is a random link. I don’t make any money off of this link):
Inspirational Video (not necessarily related to women, but to everyone)
And here’s a short video by Mel Robbins. (I personally enjoy her tidbits of wisdom!)
Fashion/clothing
If you haven’t yet heard of ‘Love Your Peaches Clothing Co.,’ check out their website for 1x to 10x clothing styles:
And for those who are in clothing ranges size 12 to size 38, Ulla Popken has clothing with a more Boho flair:
Have a wonderful week!
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Take care,
Michelle