The Endometriosis Nutritionist’s Post

Will eating soy help with your Endometriosis symptoms? Endometriosis is influenced by oestrogen levels. High oestrogen levels can exacerbate endometriosis symptoms because rising oestrogen levels cause endometrial tissue growth. This growth leads to increased pain and other symptoms when oestrogen levels peak. Soy contains phyto-oestrogens, a form of plant oestrogen that can increase oestrogen levels in your body. This effect is beneficial for women going through menopause but might be problematic when you have endometriosis. While phyto-oestrogens don't act exactly like human oestrogen, they can still raise oestrogen levels. There isn't a lot of research on eating soy and endometriosis, but some studies offer insights. One study found that consuming more than 10% of your daily diet from soy sources, especially from an early age, could increase the progression and pelvic pain associated with endometriosis. Another study indicated that soy might benefit you if you have advanced endometriosis but didn't specify the amount of soy consumed or provide strong results. Given these findings, soy might not be the best option for those with endometriosis. However, if soy is a primary protein source in your diet, it's not necessary to eliminate it entirely. Instead, be mindful of your intake, keeping soy products to less than 10% of your overall diet. Additionally, be cautious of hidden soy in processed foods, which can significantly contribute to your daily intake without you realising it. Soy can be found in products like hamburgers, sausages, some cheeses, ice cream, muesli bars, energy bars, chocolate, packaged cakes, biscuits, mayonnaise, and salad dressings. Removing ultra-processed foods from your diet can help control your soy intake and, consequently, your oestrogen levels. If you are vegetarian or vegan, maintaining a soy intake below 10% of your total food intake is crucial, especially in the early stages of endometriosis. If you have advanced endometriosis might experiment with higher soy amounts to see if it alleviates symptoms, but it's important to monitor for adverse effects. Before increasing soy in your diet, consider testing for soy intolerance. Many of my clients show an intolerance to soy, possibly due to long-term exposure through processed foods. If you're intolerant, eating soy will likely worsen inflammation and your symptoms, negating any potential benefits. If you’d like to have a personal chat about options to use your diet to manage your Endometriosis symptoms, book your complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call: https://lnkd.in/gESiJfpC #endometriosis #antiinflammatorydiet #endoadvice #nutritionforendometriosis #endometriosisdiet #phytooestrogen #soy #eatingsoy

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