Fibroids are thought to be caused by high levels of estrogen in the body. Also known as leiomyomas, fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow in or around the uterus. Fibroids are actually quite common and are generally not considered serious. For women who have few symptoms with fibroids, a natural approach may be all that is needed to shrink them and reduce symptoms.
Considerations
While there are some relevant and seemingly effective natural and herbal remedies to treat fibroids, short of surgery; there is no guarantee that the size of fibroids can be reduced using natural means. Many of the herbs and natural treatments look to reduce the effect of symptoms from fibroids, along with helping to balance the female reproductive system. It is believed that fibroids form due to an excess of estrogen in the system. This is a particular problem just before the onset of menopause; during the time called perimenopause. Estrogen levels can become extremely high during this time, and if not properly balanced, can lead to the formation and growth of fibroid tumors. A key consideration in treating fibroids and encouraging their reduction, is to treat the functioning of the liver. The liver acts as the main filter in the body, and helping it to remove toxins, may in fact help to rectify the excess levels of estrogen in the body. This balance can be aided with the use of natural remedies along with herbal preparations.
Herbal remedies can also attack fibroid tumors by working to increase progesterone levels in the body, thereby balancing the excess levels of estrogen. If you are plagued with symptoms from fibroids like heavy bleeding, pain, cramping, bloating and fatigue; herbal teas and supplements may offer a solution.
Liver Cleanse
There are many formulations you can use to do a general liver cleanse. Specific herbs can target the liver, helping it to function more efficiently, reducing the level of estrogen in the body. Liver friendly herbs like burdock, dandelion, yellow dock, red clover, nettle, cleavers, milk thistle and vervain, bump up hormone processing. Try combining equal parts of these herbs in one quart of boiling water. Steep for about ten minutes, strain and drink. You can drink two cups of this tea daily to strengthen your liver. Try using this remedy for 4 weeks, and take one week. Have your physician check your progress, and resume treatment if desired.
Chasteberry
Vitex, or chasteberry is a popular herbal treatment used to treat menstrual problems by raising levels of progesterone in the body. Instead of working as a phytoestrogen, vitex works on the hypothalamus and pituitary glands, and balances the female hormones. By doing so, this can lead to a reduction in symptoms associated with fibroids, such as heavy bleeding, pressure and pain. Vitex or chasteberry is widely available in tea form or supplement form. Often it is combined with other beneficial herbs such as raspberry, which has also been shown to be of benefit to the female system. Follow dosing instructions carefully. Vitex is safe to consume indefinitely.
Castor Oil
Soothing castor oil packs are a good choice when it comes to treating fibroids. Thought to penetrate the internal organs, castor oil packs can be applied directly to the abdomen and may help shrink smaller fibroid tumors. Make a pack by saturating a small piece of flannel or cotton in some castor oil, wring out well. Warm in the microwave for just a few seconds and place over the affected area. Cover with plastic wrap and top with a hot water bottle. Recline and relax for up to one hour. Repeat once a day for relief.
Consult your physician if are having severe symptoms with your fibroids including extremely heavy cramping or bleeding, or pressure on internal organs. You may need more conventional treatment.
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