This 9-page guide for clients with endometriosis contains key information about natural treatment of this condition. It includes a brief summary of key targets of naturopathic/nutritional treatment. This can help your client understand the broader reasons behind your prescription & advice. 

There is a section about xeno-estrogens and how reducing exposure to chemicals and other toxins is important in achieving hormonal balance. A section on self-care and sleep is also included. 

A pain management section includes instructions for castor oil packs. 

The food and dietary recommendations content covers:

• Foods to eliminate/reduce in order to reduce inflammation & oxidative stress, including those key in endometrosis treatment; such as soy, alcohol, sugar and caffeine.

• A one-page list of foods to include in the daily diet

• A one page sample of healthy meal ideas and why these choices are appropriate for endometriosis

• Two prompt sheets for client to print and pin up on fridge to guide them through dietary changes 

RESOURCES USED FOR MAKING THIS HANDOUT:

Hechtman, L. (2010). Clinical Naturopathic Medicine.

Hechtman, L. (2018). Clinical Naturopathic Medicine 2e

Biomedica Chronic Pelvic Pain Seminar