Natural Methods To Turn Around The Effects Of Endometriosis

"Up to 10% of all women may have endometriosis. Many women who have endometriosis experience few or no symptoms. Some women experience severe menstrual cramps, chronic pelvic pain, or painful intercourse." - The American Society of Reproductive Medicine.

I was googling something earlier today about dangerous critters in Texas and it reminded me how much there is to know and how it’s impossible to be informed about everything. The same goes for women’s health, YOUR health. There is so much to learn in the world and it can be hard to find all the right information. Not to mention implementing what you learn in order to make your body function to its best.

Which brings me to Endometriosis.

Most likely with endometriosis you'll be experiencing symptoms that varied between mild to severe pelvic pain. At this time there is no cure for the condition and doctors will treat your endometriosis with ORILISSA (Elagolix) which treats endometriosis pain by lowering estrogen. It’s also possible you’ll be prescribed different types of hormonal contraceptives (birth control pills, vaginal rings and or patches) as well as pain mediation depending the how severe your pain symptoms are from the endometrium tissue growth.

There are a lot of reasons you might not want to take Orilissa or hormonal contraceptives because of the side effects that can include hot flashes or night sweats, headache, nausea, difficulty sleeping, absence of periods, anxiety, joint pain, depression, and mood changes. 

What is your alternative to your endometriosis symptoms? I’m glad you asked because there are certain herbs and diets that can be an effective treatment for endometriosis.  Keep in mind that everyones body is different and some of these treatments might work better for some more than others.

Studies have found the following diet changes may help your endometriosis symptoms.

1. Omega-3 fats help reduce inflammation on endometriosis-like lesions. A study done in 2014 found that having a high ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fats had a positive effect on reducing inflammation and reducing risk of developing endometriosis.
   
   
2. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and try to avoid sugar and processed foods. Processed foods aren’t good for anyone because of the unhealthy fats and sugar. The low nutrients in these processed foods like white bread can produce pain and inflammation in women with endometriosis.
   
   
3. A study in 2010 found that 48% of women who consumed a high amount of trans fats had an increased risk of Endometriosis. Trying to reduce your intake of trans fats might help reduce your symptoms.
    
4. Antioxidants are great for your body and a study in 2013 found that antioxidant supplements can reduce chronic endometriosis pelvic pain.

Curcumin is a primary ingredient in turmeric (it is from a flowering plant from the ginger family). Based on a studies it seems curcumin helps reduce estradiol production because of its anti-inflammatory properties and can reduce endometriosis symptoms. It’s important to know that Curcumin is hard for your body to digest and it’s suggested you take it when eating a fatty meal because it is fat-soluble and this will help you body absorb it. It’s also been found that the full medical benefits of curcumin are best consumed in supplement form combined with piperine.

Endometriosis causes infertility, menstrual cramps and painful intercourse.

Endometriosis cannot be diagnosed by symptoms alone. You'll have to go to a doctor for a pelvic examination and possibly a Laparoscopy (outpatient surgical procedure that enables the physician to see the pelvic organs and look for endometriosis). However if there is a way to help you feel more comfortable and reduce symptoms than it will be worth it. Don't let endometriosis run your life. Try new herbs and medicines in order to regulate and rebalance your body.

If you're having a hard time getting pregnant keep in mind that " Endometriosis can be found in up to 50% of infertile women," according to the American Society of Reproductive Medicine. There are methods to help and communities of women going through similar things that you can talk to. The S'moo Babes are here to help.

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