The article is professionally consulted by doctors from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.
Uterine fibroids are a common gynecological disease in women of reproductive age. In addition to following the treatment principles according to the doctor's regimen, a reasonable diet also greatly affects the results of treatment. Therefore, women with uterine fibroids need to build a reasonable diet to improve their health.
The main cause of uterine fibroids is ovarian dysfunction, which increases the secretion of female estrogen. Symptoms of the disease are often difficult to detect, but the following signs stand out: increased vaginal discharge, menstrual disorders, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, back pain, fatigue, etc. For patients with uterine fibroids, diet plays a very important role. Patients with uterine fibroids should eat some of the following foods:
1. Green vegetables and fruits
Green vegetables and fruits are at the top of the list of good foods for people with uterine fibroids. According to a study in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2013, green vegetables and fruits help prevent fibroids from developing thanks to the role of fiber and anti-inflammatory substances. Ingredients rich in fiber help lose weight and balance hormones and also help keep blood sugar levels stable. These roles can help prevent and slow the growth of uterine fibroids.
However, not all green vegetables and fruits are good because there are groups that contain high levels of estrogen, when patients eat a lot, it will stimulate tumor growth.
Green vegetables and fruits are very good foods for people with uterine fibroids.
Green vegetables and fruits are very good foods for people with uterine fibroids.
Green vegetables and fresh fruits are high in nutrients, rich in vitamins and minerals, and rich in natural oxygen, thereby helping to improve health as well as reduce estrogen levels.
In addition, green vegetables and fruits are low-calorie foods that help women control their weight. Some green vegetables that are good for women with uterine fibroids include: Kale, bok choy, spinach, artichokes, bell peppers, pumpkin, carrots, radishes, tomatoes, etc.
In particular, broccoli is the top choice for patients with uterine fibroids because of its strong antioxidant effects. It helps to improve the immune system and slow down the aging process. Adding broccoli to the daily menu helps women prevent uterine fibroids and also increases the effectiveness of uterine fibroid treatment.
Patients with uterine fibroids should eat some orange fruits, which are rich in vitamin A such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits, guavas, etc. Vitamin A has a very good effect on diseased tissues, helping to promote the growth of healthy tissues, repair appropriate tissues, and shrink diseased tissues. This is a good vitamin for the body, especially good for people with uterine fibroids. Patients can eat directly or blend green vegetables, both are very good.
2. Eat white meat
People with uterine fibroids are advised to eat white meat such as chicken, poultry, etc. to replace red meat such as beef, buffalo, etc. in their daily meals. Because red meat can increase estrogen levels and stimulate fibroids to grow, causing abdominal pain, uterine bleeding, and causing contractions that make fibroids worse.
White meat is used in daily meals. Patients can prepare dishes such as boiled chicken, boiled duck, braised chicken, etc., but with braised dishes, salt should be limited.
3. Fish
Eating fish in daily meals helps reduce estrogen levels in the body.
In addition, fish contains many fatty acids that help reduce stimulation of fibroids, especially inflammatory reactions. Fish such as mackerel, salmon, tuna, etc. are types of fish that can soothe tissue swelling.
You should alternate fish with white meat to make your daily menu more diverse.
4. Cereals
Unprocessed cereals have a low glycemic index, are richer in antioxidants and protein, and help prevent uterine fibroids. In particular, whole grains are rich in fiber, which, when used properly, helps eliminate toxins and excess estrogen from the body. From there, it helps us balance hormones to prevent uterine fibroids. Therefore, instead of using white starch, women should use brown starch such as oats, brown rice, etc.
You can use mixed cereals to drink every day for breakfast and dinner before going to bed.
5. Green tea
According to some studies, green tea contains epigallocatechin gallate, which slows the growth of uterine fibroids thanks to its strong anti-inflammatory effects and lowers estrogen levels. In particular, green tea contains high levels of antioxidants. In cases of iron deficiency, green tea also helps improve symptoms of heavy bleeding due to uterine fibroids.
Green tea should be used in the morning to help keep the mind more alert. It should not be used at night because it will cause insomnia.
In addition to the above foods, women can also supplement some other foods that are also very effective in treating uterine fibroids such as:
Turmeric: Has the effect of reducing the amount of liver detoxifying enzymes, supporting the liver and stimulating bile production to effectively shrink tumors.
Apple cider vinegar: Also has the effect of detoxifying the body and also has the effect of cleansing the liver and kidneys. From there, it helps the uterus to be healthy. Apple cider vinegar is quite difficult to eat, so women can mix a spoonful of apple cider vinegar with vegetable salad to make it easier to eat and add more green vegetables and fruits to help improve the condition most effectively.
Uterine fibroids are a benign tumor that all women can get. Therefore, to prevent the disease, women should build a reasonable diet to help protect their health. On the contrary, if the disease is not detected early and treated promptly, it will cause many complications that affect the health and fertility of the patient such as: Causing hemorrhage; tumors will compress, cause pain, cause urinary retention, kidney failure, cancer; pregnant women with uterine fibroids are prone to miscarriage, premature birth. During labor, fibroids cause contraction disorders, postpartum bleeding, and retained placenta due to uterine deformities.
Therefore, regular gynecological examinations play a very important role in preventing and fighting uterine fibroids. The basic gynecological examination and screening package of Vinmec International General Hospital is implemented to help women screen and detect the earliest signs of gynecological diseases, thereby having appropriate treatment regimens, protecting women's reproductive functions in the most comprehensive way. In addition, the hospital also applies the uterine artery embolization method to treat many cases of uterine fibroids that can lead to pregnancy and successful childbirth. This method requires high technical expertise of the doctor with the support of modern equipment. This method has a treatment efficiency of over 95%, and is considered the most advanced, modern and safest method today. After performing the procedure, the patient recovers quickly and leaves no sequelae.
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