While lifestyle changes can’t fully prevent fibroid growth, they may help reduce the risk or delay onset, particularly for women with a family history of fibroids.
- Weight Management: Being overweight is associated with higher levels of estrogen, which can contribute to fibroid growth. Maintaining a healthy weight may lower estrogen levels and reduce fibroid risk.
- Dietary Choices: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low in red meat is recommended. Studies suggest that women who eat a diet high in green leafy vegetables and fiber have a reduced risk of developing fibroids. Conversely, diets high in red meat, processed foods, and dairy might be linked to an increased risk.
- Exercise: Regular physical activity helps maintain hormone balance and reduce inflammation, which may prevent or slow fibroid growth.
- Limiting Alcohol and Caffeine: Excessive alcohol and caffeine consumption may increase estrogen levels, potentially leading to fibroid growth. Moderation is key, and reducing intake may be beneficial.
These changes may not stop fibroids from forming but can support overall health and potentially reduce symptoms or fibroid size.
While lifestyle changes can’t fully prevent fibroid growth, they may help reduce the risk or delay onset, particularly for women with a family history of fibroids.
- Weight Management: Being overweight is associated with higher levels of estrogen, which can contribute to fibroid growth. Maintaining a healthy weight may lower estrogen levels and reduce fibroid risk.
- Dietary Choices: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low in red meat is recommended. Studies suggest that women who eat a diet high in green leafy vegetables and fiber have a reduced risk of developing fibroids. Conversely, diets high in red meat, processed foods, and dairy might be linked to an increased risk.
- Exercise: Regular physical activity helps maintain hormone balance and reduce inflammation, which may prevent or slow fibroid growth.
- Limiting Alcohol and Caffeine: Excessive alcohol and caffeine consumption may increase estrogen levels, potentially leading to fibroid growth. Moderation is key, and reducing intake may be beneficial.
These changes may not stop fibroids from forming but can support overall health and potentially reduce symptoms or fibroid size.
