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8 Foods Fighting Back Against Fibroids

fatty acids, which are anti-inflammatory. 

6. Eggs

Eggs, in general, are already a major source of protein but when you get eggs from free-range birds you open the door to other healing sources like omega3-fatty acids, which are great for optimal health. 

7. Gluten-free grains

You can find these in brown rice, wild rice, and millet. They are carbohydrates that give us energy for the day and provide us with vitamins and minerals that shrink fibroids.

Keep in mind, you also do not have to be allergic to gluten to try these foods that may help you shrink your fibroids. 

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8. Green Tea

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It has been shown that an extract of green tea can reduce the size of your fibroids because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidants effects. So, it is worth trying and plus the taste is not bad. 

In the end, we want you to feel better and take back control of your life. These eight foods are a great start to fighting back against fibroids while also teaching you a way to live a healthier lifestyle.

On the other hand, there are also foods to avoid that can increase your fibroid symptoms. These foods are as followed: red meat, cheese, butter, and ice cream. These foods contain elevated estrogen, which we all know plays a key role in the occurrence of fibroids. 

The other ways you can manage fibroids and symptoms is by getting regular exercise, using a heating pad when the pain is high, controlling your high blood pressure, managing your stress level, and not smoking. When you combine both beneficial ways, you are starting to be proactive instead of passive in your health. 

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