How to Change Your Diet & Shrink Fibroids
As women draw closer to menopause, bodily changes increase the likelihood of fibroid development. Lower amounts of progesterone and increased amounts of estrogen may cause fibroids, which can lead to a number of menstrual problems and other issues like anemia, dizziness and fatigue. A few changes in your diet can help prevent the development of fibroids and shrink existing fibroids.
Things You'll Need
- Black molasses
- Milk
- Vitamin supplement with iron
- Apple cider vinegar
- Nattokinase soy beans
- Tofu
- Pinto beans
- Split peas
- Lima beans
- Black beans
- Kidney beans
- Fresh vegetables
- Fruits
- Low-fat dairy products
Instructions
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Get a complete gynecological evaluation to rule out conditions that may have symptoms similar to fibroids; if heavy menstrual bleeding occurs, seek medical advice immediately.
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Mix 2 tbsp. molasses with 6 oz. milk and 1 tsp. water in a glass. Drink the concoction two times a day to improve internal iron levels, remedy issues related to anemia and increase your potassium intake.
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Drink 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar mixed with 8 oz. of water once a day to help with fat loss, and to purify the body of toxins.
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Eat one serving of nattokinase soy beans every day to help shrink fibroid tissue. Add one vitamin supplement with iron to your daily diet to improve iron levels and resupply your body with vital vitamins and minerals.
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Eat tofu three times a week to help lower your levels of estrogen.
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Incorporate pinto beans, split peas, lima beans, black beans and kidney beans into your diet to diminish estrogen levels and thwart fibroid growth. Eet at least one helping of beans every day.
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Eliminate meats from your diet and increase your intake of fresh fruit and vegetables to keep estrogen levels at an all-time low.
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Avoid high-fat milk and cheeses. Incorporate low-fat dairy products into your diet to keep estrogen levels down.
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Incorporate a serving of fish into your diet at least three times a week. Include helpings of salmon, mackerel, cold-water fish and tuna to reduce inflamed tissues and fibroid irritation.
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Tips & Warnings
Regular exercise, in conjunction with good dietary practices, can alleviate issues related to the formation of fibroids.
If symptoms like heavy bleeding, pain and discomfort continue for more than two weeks, or if bleeding suddenly increases dramatically, seek immediate medical attention. Such symptoms can produce anemia, and may be indicative of hemorrhaging or other serious medical conditions.
