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Endometriosis Cancer Cure

Endometriosis is the buildup of tissue from the lining of the uterus in the pelvic area. It is a serious disease that affects an estimated 70 million females around the world. It is a leading cause of infertility and can lead to other conditions including depression. It is not cancer but can lead to cancerous lesions. There is no known cause or cure of endometriosis, but treatment has improved and expanded to include laser surgery, with varying results. Some women have been able to bring endometriosis into remission by following nutritional healing programs and consider themselves cured.

  1. Change Your Oils

    • Replace animal and saturated fats with oils that are high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help the production of prostaglandins. These are natural fatty acids produced by the body that are actually blocked by heavier fatty acids found in butter and lard. Good oils that have Omega-3 fatty acids are evening primrose oil, walnut oil and flax seed oil.

    Add Fiber

    • Include about 25 grams of high fiber in your daily diet. Recommended foods include brown rice, beans and peas as well as fruits and vegetables, especially mustard greens, broccoli, cabbage and turnips. All whole grains are recommended except for wheat and rye, which contain glutens and phytic acids that may block the absorption of necessary vitamins.

    Essential Vitamins

    • A multivitamin should be taken daily; extra doses of Vitamins B and E will help balance hormones, particularly estrogen, which stimulates uterine contractions. Vitamin C is important for healing of tissues, and Vitamin K is needed for proper blood clotting. A good source of Vitamin K is alfalfa, which also has needed minerals.

    Important Minerals

    • Iron is also found in alfalfa and is important since many women with endometriosis are also anemic. Other sources include kelp and nettle leaf. Additional minerals needed are zinc for tissue repair and calcium and magnesium.

    Hormonal Therapy

    • Oral contraceptives or other hormones are used to lower the production of estrogen. Some doctors prescribe low-dose estrogen pills or progesterine to simulate pregnancy, which seems to stop symptoms of endometriosis. This should only be used by women who are not trying to conceive or already experiencing infertility.

    Medications

    • Doctors recommend Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen for pain relief. These drugs also help reduce inflammation of the uterine lining and relax contractions.
      Prescription medications used include Danazol, which interrupts the hormonal cycle, and Nafarelin, which can help reduce endometrial lesions.

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