Diet and Change in Lifestyle Control Endometriosis

There's no specific diet for endometriosis, but eating certain foods might alleviate symptoms. These include antioxidant-rich foods, fiber, iron, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein. Research has found that an anti-inflammatory diet rich in these foods can reduce inflammation and excess estrogen, which worsen symptoms.1 Gluten and trans fats, in contrast, can cause flare-ups.

Although endometriosis is not a preventable disease 'Dr Vimee Bindra, Fertility Enhancing Surgery Specialist, and founder of Endometriosis Foundation of India' recommends the following diet and lifestyle changes for Endometriosis patients to lead a healthy life and manage their symptoms better.

The anti-inflammatory diet is highly recommended for endometriosis as inflammation plays an important role in pain and infertility so reducing inflammation helps.

● Highly processed foods

● Sugars & sweets

● Oily foods

● Caffeine

● Red meat

● Alcohol

● Also, gluten to be avoided for some

● Plenty of organic vegetables and fruits

● Magnesium-rich foods

● Greens family

● Healthy fats

● Seeds and nuts in moderation

Here also we would like to agree upon the customization of diet according to one's eating habits and allergies

Pelvic physiotherapy is recommended for endometriosis patients which helps in reducing fibrosis and movement-associated pain also identifying pelvic pain generators is important.

We would like to mention that there is no prevention for endometriosis as it has a genetic association for its causation so changing lifestyle and diet helps it manage better.