An estimated 1 in 10 women suffer from endometriosis but how does the disease manifest?
Every month, hormones cause the endometrium (the mucous membrane that lines the uterus) to thicken in preparation for a potential pregnancy. In women affected by endometriosis, tissue similar to this membrane grows outside of the uterus in the wider urogenital area, resulting in intense, chronic pain, and possible infertility.
If you think you may be suffering from this problem, the first step is to consult a health professional. But there are also natural solutions that can help relieve the pain.
The right diet can not only help reduce the symptoms of this disease but will also lower the risk of it developing (1-2).
Studies have shown the following dietary elements should be a priority:
These same studies recommend restricting consumption of:
In short, you should focus on fish, fruits and vegetables, and try to eat a balanced diet in general. And listen to your body’s signals: certain foods will affect certain women. If in doubt, eliminate a particular food from your daily diet to see how much effect it has on your endometriosis.
Phytotherapy is always a good option for the body. All you need to do is choose the right plants … In the case of endometriosis, this means those containing anti-inflammatory compounds (3). Inflammation of the endometrium is actually one of the disease’s main characteristics and is responsible for the pain it causes.
A number of plants have anti-inflammatory properties:ginger (you can safely increase your intake by taking a supplement such as Super Gingerols), viburnum, Japanese mugwort, alchemilla, garlic ... But be careful not to take ginger or garlic during your period as these two plants also have a blood-thinning effect.
Science has shown that various gentle medicines and techniques can help you manage your condition. Acupuncture for example, can significantly reduce endometriosis-related pain (4).
Mindfulness meditation also improves the symptoms of endometriosis and well-being in general (5). Yoga too reduces intensity of pain (6). These practices complement, rather than replace medical treatments, and as such, offer significant effects for well-being.
Melatonin can also help relieve uterine pain(7). In some cases, it can even enable women to take a lower dose of their conventional painkiller.
Studies also show that taking melatonin helps improve sleep in women affected by endometriosis, thus reducing the chronic fatigue they can suffer. It thus offers a significant dual advantage! To benefit from the properties of this unique substance, choose a supplement such as Melatonin.
Oxidative stress appears to be a key factor in severe endometriosis. When it comes to reducing the effects of free radicals in patients, certain molecules have been shown to be effective:
In summary then, the pain and discomfort of endometriosis is not inevitable. In addition to medication, there are natural solutions that can significantly reduce its impact on your quality of life. A well-chosen diet, appropriate supplementation and a calmer frame of mind can all make living with endometriosis much easier.
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