Q Are there foods I should especially avoid with adenomyosis? I'm worried because my bleeding is heavy.
A Red meat, processed meat, trans fats, and refined carbohydrates can worsen inflammation and estrogen imbalance, aggravating heavy bleeding and pain. Cold foods such as ice cream and iced drinks can also reduce uterine blood flow and intensify pain.
Detailed Answer
Because adenomyosis is an estrogen-dependent condition, foods that affect estrogen metabolism and inflammation matter. The omega-6 fatty acids in red and processed meats and the trans fats in refined carbohydrates and processed foods can increase the production of inflammatory prostaglandins, worsening pain and bleeding. Alcohol and caffeine can raise estrogen levels, so it is best to cut down on them. On the other hand, oily fish (omega-3), cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, kale), and iron-rich foods (spinach, legumes) help both suppress inflammation and prevent anemia.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At the clinic, we first of all limit cold and raw foods. Chilling the lower abdomen allows cold-damp (hanseup) to accumulate, hardening the blood stasis in the uterine muscle layer even further. Avoid ice cream, iced drinks, and food taken straight from the refrigerator as much as possible, and keep the area around the uterus warm with warm, easily digestible foods. This is the most fundamental dietary principle for enhancing treatment results.
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