Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger Women’s Health
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Jul 13, 2023 Explore women's health issues like endometriosis, estrogenic effects of eggs and processed meat, and the impact of soy on uterine fibroids. Discover how dried powdered seaweed can alleviate endometriosis pain and improve menstrual cycles. Learn about the role of cholesterol in breast cancer and the potential benefits of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs. Delve into the impact of cholesterol metabolite 27HC on breast cancer and the risks associated with fibroid surgery. Find out the effects of alcohol, dairy, soy, and flax seeds on fibroids risk.
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Seaweed for Endometriosis
- For endometriosis relief, consider incorporating seaweed into your diet.
- Studies suggest it may lengthen cycles, reduce period duration, and alleviate pain.
Oxidized Cholesterol and Breast Cancer
- Oxidized cholesterol, 27HC, a metabolite of cholesterol, acts like estrogen.
- This can fuel breast cancer growth even when estrogen is blocked.
Uterine Fibroids and Soy
- Uterine fibroids, affecting one in four women, often lead to hysterectomies.
- Research on soy's impact is mixed; some studies suggest a link, others find no connection.