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Most importantly, they are Although these tumors are benign, helpful in decreasing inflammation, they, as well as endometriosis, can endometrial growth, and cause many problem- pain associated with endo- atic symptoms for women metriosis and fibroids. throughout the menstrual Recommended dose is cycle. The most common 2,000-3,000 mg/day. symptoms include painful Milk thistle, dandelion cramping, excessive men- root and artichoke are all strual bleeding and clotting, herbs that help maximize painful intercourse and liver function. The liver infertility. These symptoms helps support detwdfica- can dramatically impact a tion and processing out woman's quality of life. Julie Silver toxins in our bodies. There are a number Special to the Many studies have of theoretical causes of Jewish News shown that acupuncture endometriosis and fibroids, and traditional Chinese which include retrograde medicine can be of great benefit in bleeding, hormone imbalances, managing the symptoms associated compromised immune function and with fibroids and endometriosis. excess exposure to environmental Acupuncture works to balance our estrogens (from the food we eat and body's energy (called qi) and also can the environment). Western medicine relax the uterus, stimulate blood flow offers a number of treatments for to the uterus and increase endome- these conditions, although there is no known cure. These treatments include trial receptivity: In addition, Chinese the use of birth control pills (to reduce herbal medicine can assist in reduc- estrogen exposure), laparoscopic tion of the fibroids and endometriosis. Finally, yoga and yoga therapy can surgery (to remove endometriosis), uterine ablation (to reduce blood flow provide immediate relief from symp- toms related to endometriosis and to the fibroid) and hysterectomy. fibroids. Poses like Cobra, Forward Natural medicine has shown to be Bend and Downward Facing Dog can very effective in managing the det- promote blood flow and balance hor- rimental symptoms associated with mones. In addition, breathwork and these conditions, allowing women to alternate nostril breathing is very calm- lead healthy and productive lives. ing to practice during premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It relaxes the body Nutrition and focuses the mind, helping to bal- A high fiber (45 mg/day) diet is rec- ance the mood swings and emotional ommended to assist in regular bowel function. Regular elimination helps to feelings that may arise during PMS. Holistic medicine believes that it is flush out excess toxins and estrogens. Fiber-rich foods include whole grains, never any one thing that is the "cure" or answer to our health care issues; rather bran, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds it is a combination of things that, when and legumes. done together, allow us to take care of Reducing red meat, pork, poultry our body, mind and spirit. and dairy helps to lower the arachi- donic acid levels and decrease pain Julie Silver, MSW, is a Dipl. Ac. — a and inflammation. National Certification Commission for When eating meat and dairy, it is Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine board- important to eat only organic, hor- certified acupuncturist — and owner of mone-free products to avoid exposing Acupuncture Healthcare Associates of ourselves to additional estrogens. Michigan Inc., a West Bloomfield holistic Consume two tablespoons a day of health clinic featuring acupuncture, tradi- ground flax or flaxseed oil. Flax con- tional Chinese medicine and naturopathic tains healthy phytoestrogens that are medicine. Her email address is acuhealer@ thought to bind to estrogen receptor sites in the body without stimulating it. sbcglobal.net.