Modifying the diet can help reduce inflammation which can be therapeutic and preventative for people who has endometriosis.
Foods that causes inflammation:
- high in added sugar
- high in trans fats (e.g. deep fried foods, margarine, charcoaled meats, processed biscuits and baked goods)
- over-processed and stripped of nutrients, with added flavours, preservatives and/or colours
- excessive red meat consumption
- alcohol
- gluten
- excessive amounts of dairy
- high – FODMAP foods
- dairy
Foods that influences hormone regulation:
- alcohol
- gluten
- saturated and trans fat
- caffeine
- red meat
Foods to eat (rich in nutrients and manage inflammation)
- fish as it is high in omega three oils
- whole grains (oats, brown rice)
- low fat/ fat free dairy
- organic vegetables (sweet potato, broccoli, artichokes, avocados, dark leafy greens eg kale, spinach)
- organic fruits ( berries, cherries, apples)
- nuts ( walnuts, almonds, pecans, hazelnuts, flaxseed)
- beans (red beans, pinto beans, black beans)
- dark chocolate ( at least 70% cocoa)
Everyone’s body is different, hence it can not be stressed enough to have a tailored plan would be best to manage your individual condition.
