Evidence-Based, Non-Hormonal Nutritional Strategies for endometriosis and Fertility - What Does the Research Say? Nutrients for Fibroids and Fertility
Written by fertility nutrition expert, Dr. Conor Kerley
Dr. Conor Kerley is a multi-award winning nutrition researcher, leading clinician as well as a member of the European Fertility Society and European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
The nutrients which have been shown in human research studies to improve endometriosis include:
- Lipoic acid
- N acetyl cysteine
- Zinc
- Vitamins B5
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin B9
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D3
- Vitamin E
These 9 nutrients can affect:
- Chronic pelvic inflammation and oain
- mitochondrial function
- Oxidative stress within endometrial lesions
- angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth)
- cell proliferation (the rate at which cells multiply) driving lesion growth and survival
- hormone metabolism (especially oestrogen dominance and altered progesterone signalling)
Therefore these 9 nutrients can affect and reduce fibrosis or scarring, defined as the accumulation of excess extracellular matrix component).
Note; there is a lack of research on endometriosis, especially with regards to nutrition and nutrients...but even less research on adenomyosis. However, many doctors use the same treatment rationale and protocols for both endometriosis and adenomyosis. This makes sense until we have better research as both endometriosis and adenomyosis are inflammatory conditions and because both conditions are related to excess oestrogen.
Supplements for endometriosis
Ladies with endometriosis actively trying to conceive or planning a pregnancy in the future, should consider supplementing these 6 nutrients as well as specific nutrients to improve egg quality, such as:
- Additional B vitamins especially B12
- Iodine
- Carnitine
- Myo-inositol
- Omega 3 fatty acids
- Selenium
Implementing these nutrients individually can be complex, requiring multiple supplements and careful dosing.
Fertility Phix is an all in one fertility supplement and was formulated to provide these research-backed nutrients in evidence-informed doses, alongside additional compounds that support egg quality and mitochondrial function.
Fertility Phix has already helped several ladies with endometriosis, to become pregnant – check out these reviews:
Note, fertility issues are NOT female only. About half of fertility issues can be related to the male partner. If you are a lady trying to conceive, make sure your male partner has been tested, is following a fertility friendly lifestyle and check our these blogs:
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In addition to uterine fibroids, other common conditions contributing to fertility issues in women, include:
Advanced age (over 35 but especially over 40)
Antiphospholipid syndrome
Hypothalamic amenorrhea
Lupus
PCOS
Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
Thyroid issues, especially Hashimoto's or autoimmune thyroiditis
Please note: This blog does NOT represent medical advice
Always consult your GP or fertility specialist before starting supplements, particularly if undergoing assisted reproductive treatment.
