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Natural Treatments for Endometriosis
Reduce Chemical Intake
Although earlier studies in women were conflicting, there is increasing evidence that chronic exposure to the environmental chemicals dioxins and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) is associated with an increased prevalence and severity of endometriosis.
One way to reduce intake of these chemicals is to cut back on animal fat, especially high-fat dairy, red meat, and fish. Dioxin and PCBs both accumulate in animal fat and it is our main route of exposure.
Interestingly, studies on diet and endometriosis also support this. For example, an Italian study examined data from 504 women with endometriosis and found an increased risk with a high intake of red meat and ham. Fresh fruit and vegetables were associated with a reduction in risk.
Vegetables and Flaxseeds
There is evidence that a group of plant chemicals called flavones can inhibit aromatase, the enzyme that converts androgens to estrogens. Good food sources of flavones are celery and parsley.
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and bok choy, contain compounds called indoles, which appear to improve estrogen metabolism.
Flaxseeds are high in lignans and fiber, which have been found to be beneficial for estrogen-related conditions.
Progesterone Cream
Alternative practitioners sometimes recommend progesterone cream. Progesterone is thought to slow the growth of abnormal endometrial tissue. Although it's not considered a cure, it may improve symptoms such as pain during menstrual periods and pelvic pain. There haven't been any studies on progesterone cream for endometriosis, so we don't know for certain about the effectiveness or safety.
Progesterone cream is derived from either soy or Mexican wild yam. A molecule called diosgenin is extracted in a lab and converted to a molecule that's exactly like human progesterone and added back to the cream. Some companies sell wild yam cream, but unless it has been converted in a lab it is useless, because the body can't convert wild yam to progesterone on its own.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, and anchovies. They are also available in fish oil capsules, which may be the preferable form because good brands contain minimal amounts of PCBs and dioxins.
Several studies have found that omega-3 fatty acids may be beneficial for people with endometriosis. For example, an animal study by the University of Western Ontario found that fish oil containing two specific compounds, EPA and DHA, can relieve pain by decreasing levels of an inflammatory chemical called prostaglandin E2. Researchers also found that fish oil could slow the growth of endometrial tissue.
See chart-
http://www.dietaryfiberfood.com/fats/omega-3-fatty-acid-epa-high-foods.php
Stress Reduction
Cortisol is a hormone involved in the stress response but is also needed to make other hormones such as progesterone.
Herbs and nutrients that alternative practitioners commonly recommend for stress reduction include:
B vitamins
Vitamin C
Zinc
Magnesium
Ginger Tea
Ginger tea may relieve the nausea that can occur with endometriosis.
Orac values see:
Endometriosis and pregnancy. Endometriosis can cause infertility for many women. Aggressive treatment good nutrition for prevention and relief of pain increases the ability to become pregnant.
REFERENCES
Alternative medicine
A dr. that uses alternative treatments and info on those treatments
Nutritional information
Acupuncture for endometriosis
Herbal Remedies by Amanda M. Crawford
Amanda M. Crawford, author of 'Herbal Remedies for Women' recommends the following nutritional supplements daily for women suffering from endometriosis: |
vitamin B complex (containing 2 milligrams B-6) | use as directed on label |
folic acid | 150 micrograms |
liquid potassium (taken in recommended doses) | 3 times a day |
flax seed oil | start at 1/8-teaspoon doses; increase to 1 teaspoon per dose or more as tolerated |
vitamin E 8-1 0 milligrams alpha-TE (alpha tocopherol equivalent) | may use 200-600 IU (up to 1,200 IU maximum) |
magnesium | 400 milligrams |
calcium | 800 milligrams |
vitamin A | 800 RE (retinol equivalent); may use 5,000 IU (up to 50,000 IU for four months or less) |
vitamin D | 10 RE; may use 400 IU (up to 1,000 IU maximum) |
vitamin C | 300 milligrams (up to 1 0 grams) |
evening primrose oil (for GLA - Gamma-Linolenic Acid) | eight 500 milligram capsules per day for six to ten weeks, if women can afford this dose (most effective) |
Pregnancy and endometriosis
Hypnotherapy treatment
Treatment considerations
Foods to avoid
Below see an example of a healthy meal that supports the body to delay or live a better life with Endometiosis:
Eating Healthy Template
creating a healthy meal for endometreosis
This meal is very similar to the meal for kidney’s as the two organs function together (kidney and reproductive) on the energy chart.
• There is evidence that a group of plant chemicals called flavones can inhibit aromatase, the enzyme that converts androgens to estrogens. Good food sources of flavones are celery and parsley.
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• Fish oil containing two specific compounds, EPA and DHA, can relieve pain by decreasing levels of an inflammatory chemical called prostaglandin E2.
• Researchers also found that fish oil could slow the growth of endometrial tissue.
• Flaxseeds are high in lignans and fiber, which have been found to be beneficial for estrogen-related conditions.
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• 1. Design Your Meal. List pH (+4 to -4) Value Next to Each Food/Beverage
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PROTEIN | 4oz wild caught salmon 29.14g with parsley and seasoning of choice |
Total fat | Salmon 15.21 spinach 0.47g broccoli 0.55g romaine 0.22g cucumber 0.14g Bell pepper 0.17g celery 0.17g carrots 0.23g onions 0.26g tomato 0.59g green tea zero flaxseeds 6.59g olive oil 216g per serving total=315.84g
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CARBOHYDRATE | spinach 6.75g broccoli 8.19g romaine 2.65g Tomato 8.35g bell pepper 5.92g celery 4.38g onions 13.81g Carrot 12.37g green tea 0.2g flaxseeds 6.64g cucumber 2.87g Total=72.13g |
Saturated fat | 0.62g flaxseeds 2g per tablespoon olive oil |
Fiber • • • • Raw and / or Green | spinach 4.32g broccoli 4.68g romaine 1.90g tomato 1.98g bell pepper 1.84g celery 2.04g carrots 3.66g cucumber 0.8g Onions 2.88g green tea zero flaxseeds 5.41g Total=29.51 • Tomato, green pepper, onion, celery, green cucumber green spinach, green romaine, green broccoli, carrot, Romaine lettuce, celery, spinach, bell pepper |
SMALL BEVERAGE | Green tea |
DESSERT (IF APPLICABLE) | Any fruit ( eaten three hours after consuming meal) |
PREPARATION METHODS • • • | Wash and prepare salad foods and toss lightly in a bowl Dress with flaxseed dressing, season to taste Flaxseed dressing made from flaxseed, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, olive oil, sea salt, seasoning to taste 7 minute quick Broil salmon |
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• Healthiest foods recipes- Flaxseed dressing page 515 Quick broil salmon page 481
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• 2. Nutrient Analysis
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Which Mitochondrial Energy Nutrients are found in your meal? (List the food source as well)
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• B2- spinach, Romaine , broccoli, celery, tomatoes
• B1- romaine , spinach, tomatoes, celery, broccoli
• B3- salmon
• B5- broccoli, tomato
• Alpha-Lipoic Acid- broccoli, spinach
• Glucose- foods with carbohydrates
• Phosphorus- salmon, garlic
• Magnesium-spinach, romaine, green bell pepper, celery, cucumber
• Pyruvate- formed from glucose
• Acetyl coenzyme A- conversion from B5
• Acetyl L-carnitine- from amino acids and lysine- salmon
• Phosphorus- salmon, flax seeds
• Magnesium- spinach, salmon, broccoli
• Sulfur-broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, parsley, garlic
• Copper-spinach, tomatoes
• Coenzyme Q 10- salmon
• D-ribose-spinach, broccoli
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List 4 additional nutrients found in your meal and the food they are most abundant in.
1. Spinach- vitamin k 888.5mcg
2. Carrot- vitamin A 54,317.4 IU
3. Bell peppers- vitamin C 174.8mg
4. Spinach- vitamin B6 0.4mg
3. pH Analysis
Alkalizing Total With organic correction +5 | 34 | Alkalizing Number | 34 |
Acidifying Total | -3 | New Denominator | 37 |
Alkalizing Number | 37 | Alkalizing Percentage | 92% |
Bell pepper +2 tomato -2 onion +2 romaine +3 carrot +2 broccoli +4 celery +1 green tea +2 cucumber +3 flaxseeds +2 salmon -1 garlic+2 olive oil +2 parsley+4 all organic +5
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4. ORAC Values. List Top 5 to 8 ORAC Values for your meal.
Oxygen Radical Absorption capacity
Food | ORAC | Food | ORAC |
1. Romaine lettuce | 963 | 5. Bell peppers | 710 |
-2. broccoli | 890 | 6. Olive oil | 1150 |
3. celery | 500 | 7. spinach | 1260 |
4. Carrot 9. Green tea 11. flaxseeds
| 666 1253 19,600
| 8. Tomato 10. Cucumber 12. garlic | 195 214 5,346 |
5. List the estimated total number of Fiber, Calories, and Refined Sugar in your meal.
Fiber (grams) | 29.5 | Calories | 709 |
Sugar (grams) | 0 | Sugar (teaspoons) | 0 |
Calories- lettuce 16, spinach 41, celery 19, broccoli 44, carrots 53, bell peppers 25, olive oil 100, tomato 38, green tea 2, cucumber 14, 4oz. wild caught salmon 262, flaxseeds 95.33 total= 709
What type of exercise and how many minutes of exercise will it take to completely burn off this meal? race walking- 1 hour and 30 min
6. Food Combining
Which foods in your meal combine well so as to optimize digestion?
No starch with the protein, greens to help digestion primary nutrients to support cells will work the body at it’s highest level foods to support the reproductive organs
7. Energetics. Which Organs Are Affected By Your Meal and what is the expected outcome on the emotional state and the body? Select the top 2 Organs.
Organ | Kidney / urinary bladder |
Emotional Output | Trust, anxiety, worry |
Associated Tissues Affected | Ears, reproductive, urine, semen |
season | winter |
Climate / direction | Cold / north |
Tissues Affected
taste | Bones salty |
Smiley Face or Frowny Face | smile! |
Therapies to relieve the pain of endometriosis can include walks, meditation, life style change, message, or any stress relieving therapies. Stress is a big factor in the pain related to this disease. One would want to participate in some form of cardio activity for no less than 30 minutes per day and no less than every other day.
