“good” or “bad” prostaglandins. Our choice of fatty acids is key.
Foods high in trans-fatty acids (processed and fast food) and saturated fatty acids (meat, milk, dairy products) promote “bad” prostaglandin synthesis in the body. Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids promote “good” prostaglandins.
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Probiotics
Probiotics and prebiotics are the only food with a distinct microbiome impact. Probiotics are living bacteria that help the gut microbiota. Lactobacillus, Enterococcus, and Bifidobacterium are common bacteria groups present in probiotic food. But probiotics may also be added to food, drinks, and tablets.
Prebiotics are high-fiber meals that feed healthy bacteria in the stomach and aren’t broken down by digestive enzymes and fermented by gut bacteria in the large intestine. Because probiotics and prebiotics stimulate the immune system and reduce inflammation, they are utilized to treat chronic illnesses.
Probiotics lower the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines, according to the research on probiotics and symbiotics on chronic intestinal illnesses. Endometriosis is an inflammatory illness; thus, probiotics and prebiotics may be helpful.
Probiotics and prebiotics can repair and maintain a healthy gut, which is important for the immune system and lowering inflammation in the body. Endometriosis generates inflammation and strains the immune system; a healthy stomach helps minimize the symptoms.