Endometriosis is a female disorder in which the inside lining (or the tissues on the inside) of the uterus are found to be implanted outside the uterus.
• Endometrial tissue may implant itself on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, pelvic ligaments, abdominal organs, old scars, and, in rare cases, the chest, lungs, Spinal cord, and extremities.
• Endometriosis is a notoriously difficult condition to diagnose, but hormonal factors are known to be important in causing it.
• Endometriosis is the presence of endometrial/uterine tissue (endometrium) outside the uterus (its usual location on the inner lining of the uterus).
• The misplaced uterine tissue responds to monthly hormonal cycles and wreaks havoc in many ways.
• It can spread outside the pelvic area, but it typically occurs on the outer surface of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and tissues that hold the uterus in place.
• Uterine tissue is not restricted to the uterus, but can be found on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, in the abdominal cavity and in other places throughout the pelvic area.
• Its also a common cause of infertility (or endometrial cysts).
Symptoms of Endometriosis
• Excess pain in The Stomach area
• Irregular or heavy bleeding during periods
• Pain during intercourse along with swelling in the abdomen
• Pain in the lower back
• Overall fatigue and discomfort.
• Increased pain during periods.
• Painful periods
• Pain during or after intercourse
• Persistent lower back and pelvic pain
• Discomfort during bowel movements or urination
• Menses lasting longer than seven days
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea or Nausea during menstruation.
Home Remedies for Endometriosis
• Increase the consumption of fresh Vegetable and fruit juices to help ease the pain.
• Use either ice packs or heated packs to cure the pain and the discomfort in the abdominal area.
• Hot Water bottles are also used for the same purpose.
• Avoid all kinds of Dairy products (Milk and Milk related products) during Endometriosis as they can increase the pain and discomfort.
• Consume Whole Grains, cereals, and all other foods which are rich in B-complex Vitamins.
• Restrict consumption all kinds of fatty, oily and spicy foods as they add to the discomfort.
• Avoid or control the intake of Alcohol and Smoking.
• Women during Endometriosis need more B-complex Vitamin and Vitamin C.
Endometriosis Diet
• Resveratrol – Resveratrol is a plant-based nutrient mainly found in Grapes, Peanuts, and Mulberries, believed to treat Endometriosis by inhibiting aromatase (associated with estrogen activity) and COX-2 enzymes (associated with pain).
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Omega-3 Fatty Acids found in fatty fish (such as Salmon Fish, Mackerel Fish, Sardines, and Anchovies) are beneficial to women with Endometriosis as they are converted in the body to Anti-Inflammatory prostaglandins and suppress the production of inflammatory prostaglandins derived from saturated fats in Dairy and Red Meat. An increased intake of Omega-3 Fatty Acids (most specifically eicosapentaenoic acid [EPA]) found in fish oil can alter the balance of prostaglandins and alleviate many of the inflammatory symptoms of Endometriosis.?? A high ratio of Omega-3 to omega-6 fats may help reduce inflammation on Endometriosis-like lesions.
• Progesterone Cream – Progesterone cream inhibits the proliferation of endometrial cells and the development of blood vessels (angiogenesis) that feed the uterine growth. The endometrial overgrowth may be significantly reduced along with the accompanying pain by inhibiting the processes.?? Diosgenin (a plant-based Steroid derived from either Soybean or Mexican Wild Yam is converted to a bio-equivalent form of progesterone). Progesterone cream can be applied to the wrists, inner arms, inner thighs, or upper chest at a dose recommended by the doctor as its important that the treatment to be medically supervised because too much progesterone can cause mood changes, Depression, Water retention, weight gain, and abnormal Menstrual bleeding.
• Low-Fat Diet – Long-term exposure to environmental chemicals called dioxins and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) may increase the risk and severity of Endometriosis.?? One way to reduce the intake of these toxins is to cut back on saturated fats, especially high-fat Dairy and Red Meat. Dioxin and PCBs both accumulate in animal-based fats, which can readily be passed to humans in foods. Red Meat is an independent risk factor for Endometriosis, while an increase in consumption of fresh fruit and Vegetables is associated with a decreased risk.??
• Isoflavones – Dysregulation of estrogen (a female Hormone that regulates the normal growth of the endometrium) may contribute to the development of Endometriosis, but Isoflavones (a group of plant-based chemicals) may help reduce the symptoms of Endometriosis by inhibiting aromatase (an enzyme that converts androgens [male Hormones] to estrogens).?? Good food sources of Isoflavones include Celery, Parsley, Soybean, Chickpeas, Fava Beans, Pistachios, and Peanuts.
• Indoles – An organic compound found in Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Bok Choy have mild anti-estrogen effects that may be beneficial to women with Endometriosis.??
• Reduce intake of trans fats – It increases the risk of Endometriosis.
• Increase intake of anti-oxidants – It can reduce chronic Endometriosis-related pelvic pain.
• Take an Anti-Inflammatory diet – It can help reduce the symptoms of Endometriosis.
• Avoid sugar and processed foods.
Endometriosis Treatment Actions
Endometriosis Treatment Actions
• Hormonal normalizers (such as Vitex), appear to help the body alter underlying hormonal problems.
• Uterine Tonics are essential for their tonic actions on endometrial tissue.
• Anti-Spasmodics ease the muscular, cramping pain that is so distressing in this condition.
• Nervine Relaxants help with Stress and pain.
Prescription for Endometriosis
• Chaste Tree (2 parts)
• Black Cohosh (1 part)
• Wild Yam (1 part)
• Skullcap (1 part)
Dosage: 5 ml of tincture three times a day
Actions Supplied by Prescription for Endometriosis
• Hormonal Normalizer (Chaste Tree)
• Uterine Tonic (Black Cohosh)
• Anti-Spasmodic (Black Cohosh, Wild Yam, Skullcap)
• Nervine Relaxant (Skullcap, Black Cohosh, Wild Yam)
Food Remedies for Endometriosis
• Cotton Seeds – Its seeds oil can be used in the treatment of Endometriosis and fibroids, due to its ability to reduce heavy Menstrual flow.
• Ginger – Consume a lot of Ginger tea to help ease the discomfort caused by Nausea.
• Green Tea – Its a potent inhibitor of aromatase (has similar properties to progesterone)??, it an anti-angiogenic and suppresses the development of tiny blood vessels that feed endometrial overgrowth and promote inflammation by blocking vascular endothelial growth factor C (VEGFC, a Protein released by red blood cells). It significantly reduces endometrial vascularization (blood vessel growth).
• Flaxseeds – It has Anti-Inflammatory impact through their capacity to reduce inflammation.
• Rosemary – It has a strong Anti-Inflammatory action, helpful for those with Endometriosis pain.
• Turmeric – It contain curcumin (shown to reduce estradiol which helps to reduce Endometriosis symptoms).
Herbal Remedies for Endometriosis
African Wild Potato
Asoka Tree
Blue Cohosh
German Chamomile
Chaste Tree
Chufa
Cramp Bark
Cypress Essential Oil
Dandelion Root
Dong Quai
Evening Primrose
Helonias
Lavender
Maca
Matchbox Bean
Motherwort
Oregon Grape Root
Pau D’Arco
Pine Bark
Sandalwood
Squaw Vine
Star Grass
White Peony
Wild Yam
• African Wild Potato – Its excellent for curing Endometriosis (the outgrowth of uterine cavity uterus forming membrane cells) and curbing abdominal menopausal pain and premenstrual syndromes.
• Asoka Tree – Its largely used in the treatment of many gynecological/female disorders (including Congestion, discomfort, pain and excessive bleeding). It has stimulating effect on uterine endometrium and ovarian tissue useful in the treatment of several ailments (such as Menstrual cramps, Menorrhagia, dysmenorrhoea, premenstrual syndrome, uterine bleeding, Uterine Fibroids, and internal bleeding).
• Blue Cohosh – Blue Cohosh possess Anti-Spasmodic, Emmenagogue, Uterine Tonic and Anti-Rheumatic properties. Its root is valued as a women’s remedy, oftenly prescribed as a Uterine Tonic, bringing relief from uterine and ovarian pain, while regulating to improve Menstrual blood flow.
• German Chamomile – It contains chrysin (an Isoflavone which appears to trigger apoptosis [cell death] in uterine tissues that have grown out of control) (According to a 2018 study published in the Journal of Cellular Physiology).?? Its calming effect is useful in providing the generalized relief of cramps and pain caused by Endometriosis.
• Chaste Tree – Chaste Tree is particularly known for its ability to improve conditions affecting a woman’s Reproductive System. Its traditionally been used as a treatment for Hormone imbalances in women, causing estrogen to be less available to stimulate endometrial tissue growth, works by decreasing levels of the Hormone prolactin which helps rebalance other Hormones (including estrogen and progesterone). Chasteberry have many properties that cure Endometriosis and also helps to cure many other women related problems (such as PMS).
• Chufa – It can also be used to prevent Endometriosis (or fibrosis) and blockage of the tip of the fallopian tube.
• Cramp Bark – Cramp Bark is an excellent herb for most female complaints. Its Fruits are used for treating gynecological disorders such as painful periods, ovarian cysts and Endometriosis (a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus).
• Cypress Essential Oil – Cypress Essential Oil is effective in lessening heavy menstruation due to its hemostatic and Astringent qualities, and may also function as a natural fibroid treatment and an Endometriosis remedy.
• Dandelion Root – The root helps to detoxify The Liver (Dandelion leaf has an affinity for the kidneys) and also provides essential nutrients for Hormone balance such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, and Potassium.
• Dong Quai – Its a fantastic female tonic herb, nourishing to the blood, and could help with regulating the cycle, mildly balancing mood, reducing pain and balancing overall sex Hormones.
• Evening Primrose – Evening Primrose oil’s relieve the discomforts of PMS, Menopause, menstruation, Endometriosis and fibrocystic breasts. It may also minimise pre-menstrual breast tenderness, irritable bowel flare-ups, and Carbohydrate cravings, and help to control Endometriosis-associated inflammation.
• Helonias – Helonias has a reputation for improving fertility mainly in women (tones up a female’s Reproductive organs) and useful to the treatment of a number female issues such as vaginal dryness, painful menses, Endometriosis, PCOS, ovarian cysts, threatened miscarriage, and Menopausal Problems.
• Lavender – It might help with severe Menstrual cramps triggered by Endometriosis.
• Maca – It helps women maintain a better Hormone balance when it is added to their diet as a supplement as it relates to estrogen, helps balance Hormones, thus provides natural relief from menopausal symptoms, effective as an alternative to traditional Hormone therapy.
• Matchbox Bean – Matchbox Bean aqueous root extract can be used as an alternative for the treatment of Endometriosis, showing the ability to prevent the progression of Endometriosis.
• Motherwort – It gently soothes cramps and pain during times of extreme discomfort in the uterus and other lower abdominal regions, and helps with needed relaxation during Menstrual cramps as a mild Sedative.
• Oregon Grape Root – It contains a berberine (like Goldenseal and Barberry) which is extremely helpful for both balancing insulin and modulating the Immune System and a another great Liver detox herb excellent for reducing excess estrogens found in Endometriosis.
• Pau D’Arco – It contain beneficial properties to the treatment of Endometriosis such as immune modulator (reduces inflammation and helps our body to create the proper types and amounts of immune-boosting white blood cells), Hormone Balancer (helpful in balancing sex Hormones), Liver detoxifier (detoxifying The Liver as an important step in balancing Endometriosis, since a stagnant Liver is correlated with hormonal imbalances), and Anti-Microbial (kill off any kind of virus or bacterial overgrowth, including parasites and candida).
• Pine Bark – It contain pycnogenol which shows the capacity to reduce many of the painful symptoms of Endometriosis.
• Sandalwood – Sandalwood Essential Oil helps with Endometriosis (a painful condition caused by Skin from the uterus growing outside the uterus). Taking 3 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil daily may help reduce pain and decrease inflammation.
• Squaw Vine – Its Emmenagogue and styptic properties is useful in regulating the Menstrual cycle and excellent for treating a boggy (congested uterus present in conditions like Endometriosis, adenomyosis, Uterine Fibroids, pcos, absent period, and ovarian cysts).
• Star Grass – Its root decoction contains diosgenin (has both Anti-Inflammatory and oestrogenic properties) which is used for gynecological/uterine disorders or female complaints (including Dysmenorrhea, Amenorrhea, and prolapsed vagina complaints) and can help relieve undesired symptoms of Menopause (such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness).
• White Peony – White Peony is regarded primarily as a women’s herb, where it helps Menstrual complaints, improves the uterine stagnation and has been used to prevent conditions (such as Uterine Fibroids, Endometriosis and PCOS). It has a Hormone-balancing activity that helps to reverse the symptoms of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) which include irregular menstruation and infertility.
• Wild Yam – Wild Yam can be an alternative to estrogen replacement therapy for treating symptoms of Menopause as its estrogen-modulating activity may increase (or stabilize) estrogen levels in the body to help relieve gynecological problems.
