ENDOMETRIOSIS
Nutrition Support for Endometriosis & Chronic Pelvic Pain
Living with endometriosis can feel exhausting.
While nutrition cannot cure endometriosis, it may help reduce inflammation, improve gastrointestinal symptoms, support overall health, and complement medical treatment.
Common Questions
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Nutrition may help reduce inflammation and improve digestive symptoms commonly experienced with endometriosis.
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An anti-inflammatory eating pattern emphasizes colourful fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, olive oil, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, herbs and spices.
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Rather than strict elimination, Emilia helps identify foods that worsen your symptoms while maintaining a balanced, enjoyable diet.
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Current research does not support eliminating gluten for everyone with endometriosis. Gluten should only be avoided when medically indicated, such as in celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
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Current evidence does not support routinely avoiding dairy. Dairy foods can provide valuable calcium, protein, and other nutrients, especially important for bone health.
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Yes. Individualized nutrition strategies can help reduce bloating while ensuring nutritional adequacy.