endometriosis diet

[Bondi64]

interested to know if anyone has pursued an ‘anti inflammatory’ diet such as Mediterranean Diet and if its worked easing symptoms/pain. Thanks

[Prettythings1]

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I have tried the anti-inflammatory diet before. The last time I tried it I was very strict I did it for four months. I’ve cut out alcohol caffeine dairy and gluten.

I desperately need to try it again now I seem to be more bloated than ever.

I am taking ProStep injections which I think Worsen the bloating.

Rather than cutting everything out at once this time I am trying two weeks cutting out gluten,

Next week I am going to cut out dairy.

I am finding the idea of cutting out dairy very daunting because I love cheese and chocolate so much!

[BookBimbles]

It helped eliminate IBS type symptoms throughout the month but didn’t notice any drop in period pain symptoms. However I did continue to have some gluten free bakery items each week, and actually not sure the gf flour blend is much better, as well as the sugar. But having had a break from it I’d definitely say I felt better gastro wise and less pms / pre-period pain

[Bondi64 in reply to BookBimbles]

Just been reading ‘endometriosis: a key to healing and fertility through nutrition’ - really insightful, scientific book and endo nutrition

[BookBimbles]

I’ll look it up - I’ve been reading ‘Beating Endo - A Patient’s Treatment Plan for Endometriosis’ by Dr Iris Orbuch & Amy Stein. Also, Endometriosis by Dian Shepperson & Michael Vernon. Just got ´Take Control of You Endometriosis - Help relieve symptoms with simple diet and lifestyle changes’ by Henrietta Norton. As well as the Endometriosis UK book. All from registered health care professionals and based on science - so I’m always on the lookout for any recommendations 😊📚

I’ve also read more general female health books - Rushing Women’s Syndrome - by Libby Weaver (a biochemist)

and the Period Repair Manual by Lara Briden - a Naturopathic Doctor

I’ve also just gotten the Food medics new book- The Female Factor by Dr Hazel Wallace - but so far not too impressed - although that dièse reflect the lack of high quality research and evidence - as well as the narrow focus of UK mainstream medicine and the NHS! Eg. complete lack of pelvic physiotherapy being listed as part of treatments.

[Ree_kap]

I have adapted the vegan diet and have found it had definitely made my symptoms ease. Cutting out dairy is one of the most effective changes you can make too

[EmB18]

I follow an anti-inflammatory diet with lots of fruit and veg. I also found taking out wheat and sugar really helped my symptoms. It didn't happen overnight, but in time it really helped reduce pain, improve energy levels and reduce hormonal symptoms. Worth a try, but you need to stick with it.

[Chiara17]

I asked a nutritionist about it and as Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition diet can help. However I wouldn't rely just on that. I'm personally on the Mirena coil and I also try to eat well.

[Gardenist]

I would really recommend an anti inflammatory diet alongside other lifestyle factors such as sleep training, exercise and stress reducing activities. Treating my body well has been the best thing for my endometriosis. Its the one thing I wish I could go back 25 years and tell young me. Diet wise what works for me it's no processed sugar, 'white' carbs, potatoes or alcohol and very limited caffeine. I'm OK with dairy but I don't have a lot. The more important thing though is what I do eat. Lots of protein, I'm a lifelong Pescatarian so this is fish, eggs, tofu and nuts for me. Some pulses are ok some not. Lots of veg including a raw something every meal. Oh and hydration! I liked the book The Balance Plan by Angelique Panagos for ideas about how to look after the whole body. You can get it out of the library if your not wanting to follow the diet part but just get ideas for living well. I do not think lifestyle cures endo, certainly not for my stage 4 but it made my life much more manageable, more energy, more resilience (body and mind). It also helped to have something to focus on and be in control of while waiting for surgery during the pandemic. Those surgery times are still far too long. Hope you find something that works for you. It's trial and error to some degree to find your best fit. And little changes at a time make for lasting change.

[BloomingMarvellous]

Rather than blanket prescription it’s important to work through your endo path as such as a guide re self care . Follow the issue with your nose ! So I looked at specific symptoms/ family tendencies as indicative of possible solutions: so repeated UTI / gut issues lead me to liquid probiotics / and stopping lactose rich food as Klebiesella bacteria are found in greater numbers in women with endo and it often isn’t effectively treated with right antibiotics and antibiotics too often used cause a rise for many in the klebiesella levels … the bacteria can cause an intolerance to lactose …and for me an older woman and a mother who struggled with lactose. Withdrawal of lactose from diet rapidly let’s you know if it’s a factor as our system gets rid of it fast -48 hrs. So I stopped aching so fast after years of it . Family wide issues lead me to look at gene relationship and established Mediterranean type diet with effective levels of Omega 3 for gut healing , inflammation and pain which has worked a treat. I know I have a true egg allergy rather than just intolerant so those are a no. Otherwise plenty of fresh prep mostly whole food is order of day as am wary of the relationship between food restrictions and eating disorders especially with the stress and pain of endo being itself a fuel to depression. Others will have very different journeys. My pet approach is to find the ninja moves rather than wholesale denial as it’s got to be sustained over a healing period and managed throughout life.

[Everdeenxx]

Hello, I am currently pursuing an anti-inflammatory diet and have excluded all wheat / soya / gluten, which are believed to be the worst offenders. So far so good, however my usual symptoms aren’t very severe (touch wood) - I’m simply seeking to put a natural end to my stage 4 endometriosis as I do not wish to have an operation. Apparently, a substantial reduction in pain can be seen after 2 months or so of the endo diet.

[Knina in reply to Everdeenxx]

Hi, I am on anti-inflammatory diet, but have here and there exceptions For example, I will get a champagne on New Year or have a cookie if I am craving it. I am not eating meat and I have occasional chicken, but mostly I eat fish. I am sharing that, so you understand where I am So for me no meat, gluten, diary products. When I started it about 2 years ago, I was very strict with the diet and notice changes within 1st 2 months. More energy, less gassy, overall feeling better. When I cheat, I do not feel well overall. So the diet definitely helps me.