Case Study Of Diet For Endometrial Cysts & Low Bone Density

NUTRITION PLAN

• Endometrial cyst

• Anti-inflammatory diet

Endometriosis is categorized as a chronic inflammatory disease. Its inflammatory process is associated with increased levels of activated macrophages and secreted cytokines in the endometrial lesions.

1. Plenty of fruits and vegetables- most contain an antioxidant property that relieve oxidative stress and also binds to free radicals to form harmless compounds.

2. High omega 3: Olive oil, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, fatty fish.

3. Low refined carbohydrates 

4. Plant based protein

5. Spices: ginger, turmeric, rosemary

6. Minimize dairy products, highly processed foods and sugar.

Foods with estrogen –lowering properties

Endometriosis is an estrogen dependent disease. Increased levels of estrogen causes a reduction in the level of progesterone that in turn results in low osteoblasts (bone making cells): this may be the reason for THE LOW BONE DENSITY.

Recommended foods with such properties:-

• Soy products- unprocessed soy, mostly soybeans

• Flaxseeds

• Seaweed

Low Bone Density

N/B- STOP CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTATION, it may lead to hardening of tissues and hardening of arteries causing atherosclerosis and other medical complications.

Bones are not made of calcium but of 12 minerals and 64 trace minerals, what calcium simply does is to facilitate the absorption of the rest of minerals into the cells resulting to strong and healthy bones. For this reason, all individuals should ensure they meet the recommended daily intake.

Recommended foods for weak bones (high in minerals)

1. Celtic / Himalayan salt

2. Dark green leafy vegetables (rich in minerals) and legumes- high levels of oxalic and phytic acids in vegetables and legumes also help in calcium absorption

3. Calcium rich foods

• Sesame seeds

• Soy products, unprocessed- soy beans

• Chickpeas

• Omena

4. Foods to avoid/ leach minerals out of bone cells

All beverages and foods with acidic effects. Calcium is the strongest alkaline in the body and when the pH in the cell is saturated with acid, calcium is fast drawn from the bones to neutralize it. This results in weak and fragile bones.

• Caffeine

• Meat

• Dairy products

• Hybridized wheat

• Alcohol/ tobacco

5. Consult with a professional fitness instructor for the best exercises.

6. Foods with estrogen – lowering properties

7. Vitamin D rich foods to facilitate calcium uptake and maintain serum calcium and phosphorus levels in the body

• Sun basking 

• Fish liver oils

• Dried mushrooms

• Stinging nettle

• Parsley

The client has improved since following the diet plan.