Here’s what we CAN do
While we wait on research to catch up with the times, there are a few lifestyle measures we can implement to help ease the burden of fibroids on our lives and the lives of our loved ones. However loose the association between fibroids and hair relaxers, it may be worth considering the removal of this hair care regimen from one’s routine.
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Regular exercise reduces estrogen and also reduces body fat, which is a female’s second predominant source of estrogen other than her ovaries – that’s a two for one risk reduction.
Women who eat more broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, whole grains, flaxseed and fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids have fewer fibroids. Soy is still up for debate, as it contains estrogen like components, which may contribute to your overall lifetime exposure. Some, however, speculate that these estrogens-like components do not negatively affect your body like how natural estrogen does. Caffeine and wine in moderation works favorably in decreasing risk of developing fibroids.
Share this article with a sister that you know to be affected. Fibroids can be a significant physical, economic and emotional burden as well as cause lifestyle disruption. Don’t allow your mother, sister, cousin, aunt, friend to suffer in silence.
Dr. Chantale Stephens-Archer is a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician and Dr. Gameli Dekayie-Amenu is an Emergency Medicine Physician; both practicing in the Chicagoland area. As both best friends and physicians, they combined their f
riendship and passion to develop BestiesMD. BestiesMD’s mission is to educate and empower women regarding pertinent women’s health issues through YouTube websidoes, daily social media factoids and speaking engagements. They have also developed Medical Mavens mentorship program to assist aspiring young women attain their goals of becoming physicians. Check them out at www.bestiesmd.com
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What Can Black Women Do About Fibroids? was originally published on blackdoctor.org
