Yes. Including avocado and turmeric in your daily diet can potentially offer many benefits for managing endometriosis symptoms. Here's why:
Avocado:
- Avocados are rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, which can contribute to overall well-being.
- They also contain various vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E, potassium, and folate, which are essential for a balanced diet.
- The anti-inflammatory properties of avocados may help in reducing inflammation, a common concern in endometriosis1.
- You could have double the benefit when replacing inflammatory fats with avocado.
Turmeric:
- Curcumin is the yellow pigment found in turmeric. This yellow plant compound has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- Some studies suggest that curcumin may help in managing inflammation associated with endometriosis2 as well as helping to reduce excess oestrogen in the body3.
- It's ideal to consume turmeric with black pepper or in combination with fats (such as avocado) to enhance its absorption.
TIP: Use avocado with dash of turmeric, and sprinkle of pepper as a spread on sandwiches in place of other processed fats. Add a protein and green leafy vegetables to make it into a filling yummy meal.
While including avocado and turmeric can be part of a healthy, anti-inflammatory diet, it's crucial to recognize that individual responses vary. These foods should be part of a well-rounded diet.
REFERENCES:
- Marcinkowska A & Górnicka M. The Role of Dietary Fats in the Development and Treatment of Endometriosis. Life Basel) 2023, 13(3), 654. DOI: 10.3390/life13030654
- Vallée A & Lecarpentier Y. Curcumin and Endometriosis. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Apr; 21(7): 2440. doi: 10.3390/ijms21072440.
- Ying Zhang, Hong Cao, Zheng Yu, et al. Curcumin inhibits endometriosis endometrial cells by reducing estradiol production. Iran J Reprod Med 2013 May;11(5):415-22. PMCID: PMC3941414.