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Question:

Tom,

My daughter has been diagnosed with endometriosis. Her doctor said diet and exercise could help some and the only other alternatives would be a hysterectomy. Tom, I was curious as to whether or not Progesterone Cream would help at all ? I looked on your resource page and you mentioned Evening Primrose Oil so which would be best in your opinion ? I know you are very busy so I want to thank you for taking the time to answer my questions.

Thank you so much............Sharon

Answer:

Hi Sharon,

Endometriosis is a tissue lining that occurs OUTSIDE the uterus -- attached to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder or colon -- and causes misery because it's in the wrong place. It should be INSIDE the uterus as a nourishing nest in preparation for a fetus. When conception doesn't occur, this lining, called the endometrium, sheds through the vagina in monthly menstruation. Symptoms are lower back pain, tenderness and swelling in the abdomen.

Healing remedies:

Fish rich in Omega-3 oils... mackeral, salmon, anchovies, tuna and sardines that suppress the production of POSTAGLANDINS, the hormones that cause the cramping. Takes about 3 weeks for benefits.

Juice Therapy: grape, papaya and pineapple. FLAXSEED OIL, essential fatty acids Vit E -- 1,000IU, B6 and 4,000mg Vit C

Tom O'Brien
Nutritional Consultant