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"Ask your doctor about this procedure for treating fibroids. • Alternative Treatment Instead of surgery, a doctor may prescribe drug therapy for keeping uterine fibroids in check. Leuprolide, a hormone-balancing drug approved for treating prostate cancer, has been used in some instances to treat uterine fibroids. For more information on this type of treatment, ask your gynecologist or family physician. VAGINAL DRYNESS • Sexual Healing jR.ecent gynecological research has shown that sexual activity stimulates secretion of moisture and mucous from vaginal walls regardless of a woman's age." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Uterine Fibroids Vitex is one of the better herbs to use for uterine fibroids. It helps to keep the fibroids from enlarging in mild to moderate cases. If a woman can keep the symptoms at bay until she is past menopause, the fibroids will shrink on their own, due to the decrease of estrogen. While I don't recommend vitex as a general preventative, I will recommend it in some cases. Fortunately, most fibroids do not cause symptoms. For severe cases, we recommend natural progesterone. In a small number of cases, surgery is required." - Mark Stengler, N.D., The Natural Physician's Healing Therapies (Get the book.)

"Alternative Treatment Instead of surgery, a doctor may prescribe drug therapy for keeping uterine fibroids in check. Leuprolide, a hormone-balancing drug approved for treating prostate cancer, has been used in some instances to treat uterine fibroids. For more information on this type of treatment, ask your gynecologist or family physician. VAGINAL DRYNESS • Sexual Healing jR.ecent gynecological research has shown that sexual activity stimulates secretion of moisture and mucous from vaginal walls regardless of a woman's age. (The amount of moisture may decrease over time, however." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"After an examination, the gynaecologist told Ros that she had five fibroids in her uterus.3 According to the consultant, Ros's ovaries needed removing because they had become atrophied. Ros told the gynaecologist that she noticed that during the time she had been taking HRT, her 3 fibroids are benign growths composed of smooth muscle and connective tissue. fibroids weighing more than 20 pounds have been reported. breasts had become bigger and felt very solid." - Martin J. Walker, HRT Licensed to Kill and Maim: The Unheard Voices of Women Damaged by Hormone Replacement Therapy (Get the book.)

"Isoflavones are estrogen-like substances that have the same effect in the body as estrogen, and eating soy can make a person estrogenic, contributing to problems such as cancer, irritability and mood swings, fat gain from the waist down, fibrocystic breast disease, and uterine fibroids.24'25,26 Isoflavones decrease thyroid hormone production. This can stunt children's growth. Hypothyroid is associated with raised serum cholesterol and tends to create fatigue and obesity.x27>28,29 This further encourages and enhances a diabetogenic reality." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"It is not suitable for those who suffer with estrogen-related diseases such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cysts or uterine fibroids or during pregnancy. Ginger Ginger improves digestion and helps with belching that is associated with nausea and upset stomach. Ginger is usually taken as tea. A fresh piece of ginger can be cut into a small piece and steeped in hot water. There are many commercial packages of ginger tea. It is not useful for those with a sensitive stomach, bleeding conditions, ulcers or inflammatory skin disease." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"Ros told the gynaecologist that she noticed that during the time she had been taking HRT, her 3 fibroids are benign growths composed of smooth muscle and connective tissue. fibroids weighing more than 20 pounds have been reported. breasts had become bigger and felt very solid. What the gynaecologist did not tell Ros was that the conditions she was experiencing could be caused by the circulation of high levels of oestrogen. In 1991, when she was 42, Ros had her womb and ovaries removed." - Martin J. Walker, HRT Licensed to Kill and Maim: The Unheard Voices of Women Damaged by Hormone Replacement Therapy (Get the book.)

"It can only be performed on fibroids that are small enough to pass through the vagina. Vaginal hysterectomy can also be performed with laparoscopic assistance. Reducing Fibroid Risk Fibroids—benign tumors of the uterus—are dependent on the hormone estrogen for growth. To minimize risk... •Keep your body-fat percentage down through good diet and exercise. The more body fat you have, the higher your estrogen levels are likely to be. •Eat a high-fiber diet that includes lots of cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower." - Bottom Line Health, Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 (Get the book.)

"A woman with unbalanced hormone levels51 may experience a low sex drive (low libido), cardiovascular disease, menopausal symptoms, menstrual discomforts, PMS, breast cysts, breast cancer, fibroids, endometriosis, emotional problems, female anxiety, nervous disorders, skin problems, hair loss, and bone disorders. But it's certainly not the liver's fault when hormonal imbalance occurs. If you deprive yourself of sleep, especially the two hours before midnight, you also prevent the liver from doing its vital jobs, 500 of them." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"Some studies report that she is capable of overstimulating the breast and the uterus and is possibly related to fibrocystic breast disease, ovarian cysts, fibroids, abnormal bleeding, and uterine hyperplasia. Some authorities claim that 16-OH estrone is carcinogenic, but its role in cancer is not clear. Although women with breast cancer (and their relatives) tend to have excess 16-OH estrone compared with 2-OH estrone, it is thought that the real problem is too little good 2-OH estrone, not necessarily the presence of 16-OH estrone. This is where cruciferous vegetables are so important." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.) "If you have a history of breast cancer or are genetically or otherwise predisposed to making too much 16-OH estrone (for example, a history of fibroids and cysts), you should supplement with I3C (400 mg/day). ?4-hydoxyestrone (4-OH estrone) is a potent estrogen metabolite. She is definitely the bully of all estrogens and the most feared, as she is considered to be a free radical generator capable of increasing your risk of dementia, heart disease, and breast cancer. Premarin and other horse estrogens (DES) cause high levels of 4-OH estrone to form." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.) "If you have a family history of breast cancer or ovarian cancer, if you are prone to breast cysts, breast pain, or fibroids, or if you have poor metabolites, you should test for genetic polymorphisms. This will tell you what enzyme problems you have inherited and what supplements to use to improve your metabolic pathways. Hormones and a Healthy Lifestyle here is so much written about having a healthy lifestyle that we easily become numb to the recommendations—that is, until something goes wrong." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"Fennel should not be used in women who are pregnant or have estrogen dependent disorders such as endometriosis, breast cancer or fibroids. It increases the body's natural estrogen. Separate fennel from antibiotics by a few hours. It can interfere with its absorption. Papaya and Pineapple You can consume these fruits. They contain beneficial enzymes that help with heartburn and digestion. Some people take a digestive supplement that contains bromelain and papain which are made from pineapple and papaya, respectively. Papain helps to dissolve protein." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"In premenopausal women, symptoms can include: fatigue, depression, weight gain, water retention, headaches, loss of sex drive, mood swings, inability to handle stress, irritability, fibrocystic breasts, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, low metabolism, symptoms of hypothyroidism, unstable blood sugar levels, sluggishness in the morning, and a craving for caffeine, sweets, and carbohydrates." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"Eat right to avoid fibroids Here's a good reason to eat less red meat and more green vegetables —to reduce your risk of uterine fibroids. Experts estimate that these benign tumors affect at least 20 to 30 percent of women in their reproductive years. Although fibroids aren't life-threatening, they can cause pelvic pain, anemia, and fertility problems. A recent study found that women who ate the most red meat were 70 percent more likely to develop fibroids than women who ate the least amount of beef." - Editors of FC&A, 1001 Home Health Secrets for Seniors (Get the book.)

"In women, elevated estrogen levels have been linked to an increased risk for endometriosis and fibroids as well as breast and uterine hormone-dependent cancers. (In hormone-dependent cancers, a tumor requires hormones, specifically estrogen, in order to grow. The medical term for such tumors is estrogen receptor-positive.) In men, estrogen dominance has been linked to an increased risk of hormone-dependent prostate cancer. An increasing number of studies link exposure to environmental estrogens to an increased risk of cancer." - C. W. Randolph, M.D., From Belly Fat to Belly FLAT: How Your Hormones Are Adding Inches to Your Waistline and Subtracting Years from Your Life (Get the book.)

"And because hormones have such a command over so many functions in the body, a disruption can result in myriad problems: metabolic imbalances, thyroid disorders, infertility, fibroids in both the breast and the uterus, cysts, cancer, insulin resistance or sensitivity, diabetes, endometriosis, premenstrual syndrome, hypoglycemia, prostate conditions, insatiable cravings, and so on." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"Beverly appeared healthy, but suffered from uterine fibroids that had required a hysterectomy. As expected, despite being on medications, Chip's blood test showed all the evidence of killer-gene activation: high insulin level, signs of diabetes, high triglycerides, and high cholesterol levels, as well as signs of inflammation. Beverly was right to be concerned: the gun was loaded, cocked, and ready to fire! Beverly's labs were much better than Chip's, but her lipoprotein(a), perhaps the most dangerous form of "cholesterol," was very high." - Dr. Steven R. Gundry, Dr. Gundry's Diet Evolution: Turn Off the Genes That Are Killing You - And Your Waistline - And Drop the Weight for Good (Get the book.)

"The plants and herbal formulations talked about here are used to try to shrink uterine fibroids; herbs used to deal with abnormal bleeding and uterine cramping are discussed in Chapters 1 and 13." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.) "However, it is reassuring that in countries with a high intake of phytoestrogens (Japan, Thailand, China), women do not have an increase in uterine fibroids. However, they do have a four- to sixfold lower incidence of breast cancer44 (also an estradiol target tissue), although how a substance affects one tissue is not necessarily translated to how it affects another. Again, though, I must come back to the effects of soy on the endometrium, which may be different than some of the other plants, most notably red clover." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.) "There has been some concern and controversy about how phytoestrogens affect the uterus; if they have an estrogenic effect, they should be avoided by women with uterine fibroids or endometrial cancer. We talked earlier about soybeans and how they are actually associated with a reduced incidence of uterine cancer.26 I do not believe that eating a high soy diet is something to be concerned about; in fact I recommend increasing the soy foods in the diet in order to reduce the estrogen burden in the body." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.) "I have used many herbs and herbal formulations over the years in an attempt to shrink fibroids, and I present the protocol below from one of the traditional herbalists, Rick Scalzo, as an option for your consideration. (See the Resources for a listing of herbal companies.) Goldenseal root (Hydrastis canadensis) Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) Add 30 drops to a small amount of warm water and take 3 times daily." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"It regulates the menstrual cycle, reduces PMS symptoms, deepens sleep, lessens anxiety, reduces blood loss during menstruation, protects against blood clots, helps to maintain bone strength, enhances sleep, and prevents uterine fibroids and ovarian and breast cysts from forming. It also prevents hyperplasia and cancer from forming. Without enough progesterone, estrogen runs wild, producing angry tempers, insomnia, anxiety, bloating, and heavy, unpredictable bleeding. A woman deprived of progesterone will have tender, swollen breasts and a thickened uterine lining." - Phuli Cohan, The Natural Hormone Makeover: 10 Steps to Rejuvenate Your Health and Rediscover Your Inner Glow (Get the book.)

"The More You Know About Uterine fibroids, the Better You'll Feel." The tagline on a series of ads in the New York Times Magazine extolling the healing powers of Mount Sinai Hospital, in Manhattan, was "Another Day, Another Breakthrough." And while hospitals publicly deplore the competitive atmosphere fueled by rankings in U.S. News & World Report, those that top the list are happy to advertise their position. When Massachusetts General was deemed "America's Best Hospital" by U.S. News in 2003, the venerable institution hung a two-story-tall banner outside its front door." - Shannon Brownlee, Overtreated: Why Too Much Medicine Is Making Us Sicker and Poorer (Get the book.)

"However, fibroids can cause extremely heavy or frequent menstrual flow (sometimes leading to anemia).. .chronic pain.. .bloating.. .pressure on the bladder and other internal organs...infertility. ..and/or abdominal swelling. In these cases, surgery is often the best solution. Procedures to consider... •Myomectomy. Currently the preferred treatment for women who want to keep their reproductive options open, this procedure removes fibroids but retains the woman's uterus to allow for pregnancy." - Bottom Line Health, Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 (Get the book.)

"Pain Relief Tea This tea is particularly good for menstrual cramps, digestive problems, fibroids and symptoms associated with endometriosis. It contains raspberry leaves, which help relax the uterus and prevent diarrhea. Ginger helps relieve pain and nausea. To prepare: 1 Bring two cups of water to a boil. 2 Add one teaspoon of fresh, grated ginger root and one teaspoon of raspberry leaves to the water and stir. 3 Simmer for 15 minutes on low heat. If you want, strain and add honey as a sweetener." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.) "Leuprolide, a hormone-balancing drug approved for treating prostate cancer, has been used in some instances to treat uterine fibroids. For more information on this type of treatment, ask your gynecologist or family physician. VAGINAL DRYNESS • Sexual Healing jR.ecent gynecological research has shown that sexual activity stimulates secretion of moisture and mucous from vaginal walls regardless of a woman's age. (The amount of moisture may decrease over time, however." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Primary use: after 5-year Tamoxifen therapv or in place of Tamoxifen; combined or alternate use with Tamoxifen of no extra benefit; potential use as 1 st preventive breast cancer drug; possible use for uterine fibroids, endometriosis, prostate cancer; not indicated for premenopausal women with breast cancer who have normal ovarian function nor for women with estrogen or progesterone-receptor-negative tumors. Action: blocks entry of estrogen into cells; does not impair estrogen production. Increases fertility; evidence this drug acts as a pro-estrogen over time." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"Lark explains, "Fibroids are caused by periods of high estrogen production, and our strategy is to level these out so that the fibroids don't grow. We use a conservative approach, controlling estrogen production through nutrition and lifestyle and, if needed, reducing the bleeding in the same way. My issue with fibroids is that too many women have hysterectomies. A fibroid the size of a 13-week fetus (the size at which Western medicine begins discussing the need for a hysterectomy) and larger can be successfully treated by this approach." - Larry Trivieri, Jr., Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition (Get the book.)

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