Foods That Help Improve Fertility For Endometriosis Patients

Illustration of women with endometrosis (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Endometrosis is a medical condition in which tissues similar to the inner lining of the uterus grow outside the uterus, such as in egg protection or tube philosophy channels. This condition can cause severe pain, especially during menstruation, as well as fertility problems for some women.

In women suffering from endometrosis, this layer of tissue responds to the body's hormones such as uterine tissue, but cannot get out of the body, which causes inflammation and swelling. This can affect the quality of the egg and potentially reduce the chances of pregnancy.

To increase fertility and reduce endometrosis symptoms, diet plays a very important role. According to Dr.ANT Patel, an Endometrosis Specialist at the Mayflower Women's Hospital, there are a number of foods that can help reduce inflammation and support reproductive health.

"Foods that contain anti-inflammatory are essential to help overcome inflammation caused by endometriosis. Examples are foods rich in omega-3 such as salmon, hemp seeds, and walnuts," said Dr. Patel, as quoted in the Hindustan Times.

Green vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and Swiss sayos, are also highly recommended because they are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support reproductive health. In addition, crossed vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower can help the metabolism of estrogen, hormones that play a major role in endometrosis, and maintain balance.

Complete grains such as quinoa, red rice, and wheat are also excellent for endometrosis sufferers. This food helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces insulin spikes, which can worsen endometrosis symptoms.

Dr. Patel also recommends consuming fat-free protein from sources such as organic chicken, eggs, and nuts and lentils. Amino acid in this diet is important for the formation and regulation of hormones, which can help improve the quality of egg cells.

In addition, healthy fat from avocado, olive oil, and nuts is important for regulating hormones and reducing inflammation in the body. To improve the quality of egg cells and reproductive health, foods such as labuli, beans, and shells that contain zinc are also highly recommended.

Sources of vitamin D, such as certified dairy products or fatty fish, can also help the ovarian function and increase the chances of implanting successful eggs. Sufficient hydration is equally important to help the body remove toxins and support the overall function of cells.

However, Dr. Patel also reminded that there are some foods that should be avoided, such as processed sugar, milk, red meat, and trans fat, because it can trigger inflammation and worsen endometrosis symptoms.

Overall, a healthy diet offset by a better lifestyle, such as reducing stress and exercise, can increase fertility in women with endometrosis. While there is no diet that can guarantee pregnancy, a diet that focuses on anti-inflammatory and improved reproductive health can help women with endometrosis to achieve their maximum fertility rate.