How to Follow an Endometriosis Diet

Endometriosis is the swelling of tissues inside the uterus. Women suffering from endometriosis may have cramps and sometimes chronic pains. The pain may be more severe just before menstruation. Other symptoms may include: tiredness, bladder infections, painful sexual intercourse and sometimes infertility. It’s important to have this condition diagnosed by a doctor in order to receive the correct endometriosis treatments.

A proper diet may help reduce some of the endometriosis symptoms. It’s generally believed that foods reducing estrogen levels are good for the immune system. Consult a nutritionist and use these tips to help you create and follow an endometriosis diet.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Consume less amount of fats for a daily endometriosis diet. Reduce your intake of foods and food supplements that are rich in fats; such as meats, cheese, fried foods, butter, mayonnaise, vegetable oils and nuts. Cook your meals by using a steaming method rather than frying them. Prepare your salads with little or no high fat dressings.

2. 

   Increase your intake of fibers and vegetables in your meals. These foods are believed to contain lower levels of estrogen which may help the immune system. The majority of vegetables, especially the green leafy ones are rich in fibers. Also, some fruits like Papaya, melons, figs and oranges have high fiber and vitamins contents.

3. Eat other foods that contain lower amounts of fats and more fibers. These include: wheat, brown rice, canola oil, olive oil, lean white poultry meat and fresh fish low in fats. Prepare these foods by steaming them and using small amount of oils.

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   Complement your meals by taking daily vitamins for an endometriosis diet. Avoid food and drinks that have low or no amount of vitamins such as coffee, sugar drinks and alcohol. Take vitamins C and E supplements and ask your doctor for the appropriate dosages.

Tips & Warnings

• Consult your doctor to get a proper diagnose for endometriosis
• Discuss your diet needs with your doctor and a nutritionist

[margalik]

on 7/8/2009 Soy is controversial since it has a lot of estrogen. I've been suffering form this condition for over a year and had surgery. I changed my diet; eliminated meat, soy, white flour, and added more raw food and fish. I also take supplements and herbs to control it. Good luck to anyone who suffers form this too.