
STATISTICS
Uterine fibroids (leiomyomas) are benign tumors located in the smooth muscle of the uterus and are typically round, well-circumscribed masses that rarely become cancerous. There are usually multiple and can range in size from a few millimeters to massive growths of 20 cm in diameter and more. It is more common among African American women.
In the USA, 200,000 hysterectomies (surgical removal of the uterus) are performed annually for fibroids. When medications and inpatient and outpatient hospital attendances are added, the annual costs are estimated at between 4–9 billion US dollars. These costs do not include lost work time and other consequences such as spontaneous abortions, pre-term delivery and Caesarean sections.
CAUSES
The etiology is largely unknown
Researchers confirmed estrogen and progesterone-dependent tumors, very rare before menarche or puberty
Common in reproductive life, and frequently regress in size after menopause
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
*Asymptomatic (some women may not even experience any signs and symptoms)
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Anemia due to blood loss
Pelvic pain or pressure
Dyspareunia (Painful intercourse)
Obstructive effects on bladder or rectum, and infertility
Constipation
DIAGNOSIS
Pelvic exam
Ultrasound
MRI
Routine labs to check for anemia

TREATMENTS
*There is no single best approach to uterine fibroids treatment
Contraceptive Pills
Progestin-releasing intrauterine device (IUD)
Myomectomy or fibroidectomy (removal of fibroids)
Hysterectomy
Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE)
SIDE EFFECTS OF THE ABOVE TREATMENTS
Leg swelling
Excessive Weight Gain, Acne, Facial Hair, Deepened Voice and Depression
Cardiovascular Problems (Heart Attack)
Digestive System Disorder
Damage to the Reproductive System
FOODS AND OBJECTS TO AVOID
Eating excess refined carbohydrates and sugary foods may trigger or worsen fibroids. These foods raise blood sugar levels. This causes your body to produce too much insulin hormone. Avoid plastic that has BISPHENOL-A (BPA). BPA acts as a synthetic form of ESTROGEN and can be highly toxic.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found 95% of adult human urine contains BPA and 93% of child urine contains BPA. BPA is much more toxic if subjected to heat. It has a compound call XENOESTROGEN that is released when BPA containing materials are heated. Plastic bottles left in the heat must be discarded. DO NOT COOK ON TEFLON PANS; when heated, they release PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid) —also known as C8 which is an ESTROGEN MIMICKER, causing testicular, thyroid and kidney cancer.

Avoid:
Soy products
white rice
Pasta
Flour
Soda
Drinks with corn syrup
Baked goods (cakes, cookies, doughnuts)
Potato chips
Crackers

FOODS TO EAT: (UNPROCESS FOODS)
Brightly colored foods
Raw and cooked vegetables
Dried fruit
Whole grains (brown rice, etc.)
Lentils and beans
Quinoa

SUPPLEMENTS AND VITAMIN
Magnesium
Calcium
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B6
Omega 3 fatty-acid
Iron (if anemic)
HERBAL REMEDIES, FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Herbal remedies may help to treat fibroids or reduce related symptoms. Further research is needed to find determine the efficacy of these medicines and what the most effective dosage is.
*Herbs are potent medicines and can interact with other drugs. They’re also not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Talk with your doctor before taking any herbal or new medicines.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Herbal remedies are used in traditional Chinese Medicine to slow fibroid growth and treat symptoms. One herbal formula is called Guizhi fuling or Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang. This formula contains several herbs that act to shrink uterine fibroids, balance hormone levels, and keep your uterus healthy:
HERBALS MEDICINES

Ramulus cinnamomi (decreases neuroinflammation)
Radix paeoniae rubra (anti-tumor or cancer effect)
Radix paeoniae albacortex moutan (anti-oxidant, anti-inflammation, anti-tumor and cancer effect)
Green tea
A bioflavonoid in green tea called Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) may help reduce the size and number of fibroids. This may be due to its ability to reduce inflammation and remove toxins from your body.
Chasteberry
Chasteberry, or vitex, is taken for premenstrual syndrome (PMS), heavy menstrual bleeding, painful periods, and boots infertility other symptoms. This herbal remedy helps to balance hormone levels.
ISPHAGULA HUS, SENNA and CASTOR OIL (HELP WITH CONSTIPATION)
Isphagula and Senna are used as natural laxatives. Add these herbs to water or juice to help relieve constipation. Castor oil is an herbal oil that can be taken as a supplement to help occasional constipation.

JUICE RECIPE TO SHRINK FIBROIDS (1 SERVING)
One (1) small size of Ginger and One (1) small size of Turmeric
One (1) cluster of Spinach (*use it carefully if you are on Coumadin due to vitamin K)
One (1) Cluster of Collard Green or (Kale, Arugula, Swiss Chad, your choice)
One (1) Beet
Two (2) Lemons or a handful of cherries
Two (2)-Three (3) apples

HEALTH BENEFITS OF THESE PLANTS:
Spinach has potassium, Iron, Zinc, Manganese, Calcium and Magnesium, Niacin, Folate, Vitamin B6, A, C and K, which are all essentials to maintain good health
Collard Green helps prevent cancer and stroke, boost cognitive development, regulates blood sugar, and blood circulation, aids bone growth and development, prevent muscular degeneration and night blindness
Beet helps to build blood, cleans the intestine, maintain healthy new cell, help to heal wounds, prevent and treat cancer, helps to get rid of sugar craving, instant source of energy, prevent heart disease, detoxifies liver and gallbladder, contains abundant vitamins and minerals
Apple helps with weight loss, better sleep, reduces the risk of diabetes, aids in pain relief and bone health, rich in antioxidant
Cherries help the risk of stroke
Ginger contains Gingerol, a chemical compound that has many medicinal properties to shrink fibroids, anti-inflammatory property (*Ginger is a natural blood thinner; can cause bleeding, use very carefully)
Tumeric has anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant (*Use very carefully, it can cause bleeding if taken in large portion, do not use if taking aspirin, Coumadin, Plavix and other anticoagulant or anti platelet therapies).
*ALWAYS TALK TO YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING ANY NEW MEDICATIONS INCLUDING HERBAL ETC.
*ALL MEDICINES HAVE SIDE EFFECTS, HERBAL OR NOT, BUT SOME HAVE MORE THAN THE OTHERS*
LEGEND
* = Extremely Important
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