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Diet
Food
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Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the correlation between diet and endometriosis symptoms. Methods: Quantitative and exploratory cross-sectional study, using questionnaires. Results: A symptomatic worsening of endometriosis was observed related to certain eating habits, mainly with the consumption of processed foods and red meat. Of the women who tried to reduce their consumption of processed foods, refined sugar and processed foods, 73.30% responded that they felt their symptoms worsen when these foods were consumed. It was also observed the significant and essential importance of integrated treatment of endometriosis to enhance clinical outcomes and positive self-reports regarding pain management and the repercussions of the condition, particularly in terms of controlling exposure to factors that exacerbate oxidative stress and psychosocial aspects that may act in synergy with the worsening or progression of the disease. Conclusion: Nutrition does not directly impact the development and symptomatology of endometriosis; further studies will be needed to confirm such a relationship.
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