Are you suffering from endometriosis? Do you feel there is no relief from symptoms after the treatment? If your answer is yes, here are the top Ayurvedic tips you might need to adopt in your lifestyle.

Endometriosis is a painful condition that roughly affects 10 % of reproductive-age women. Endometriosis happens when the endometrium (innermost layer of the uterus) grows outside the uterus.

The endometrium is the inner layer of the uterus that falls off during menstruation each month.

According to modern science, there is no known cause behind endometriosis. Although its exact cause is unknown, some experts suggest it happens when menstrual blood containing endometrial cells flows back to the fallopian tube, ovaries, and pelvic cavity. Due to this, these cells get attached to the surrounding organs, where they grow and bleed during menstruation.

Unlike the uterine endometrium, which can flow out from the body during menstruation, the endometrial cells stuck outside the uterus have no path to exit the body. As a result, it gets trapped inside that area.

Most of these endometrial tissues grow around the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or bladder. During the menstruation cycle, when these tissues start growing and bleeding, it creates a lot of pain and scarring inside the affected area. As the blood is stuck and unable to exit the body, it further grows and develops into a cyst (chocolate cyst).

The development of endometriosis can also be related to genetics, environmental toxins, bad dietary & lifestyle habits.

Women may suffer from severe pain in the lower abdomen, back region, heavy menstrual flow, and pain during menstruation or intercourse. It can also be one of the causes of infertility in some women. 

As per Ayurveda, the symptoms of endometriosis indicate the imbalance of Vata dosha initially. Later, as the condition progresses, it aggravates the Pitta dosha, which is responsible for producing hormones and regulating the reproductive system. 

When Vata dosha is imbalanced, it also hampers your digestive fire, which may cause bloating, gas, or extreme pain during each menstrual cycle. Due to poor digestion, there is also a toxin buildup inside the body. It is known as Ama in Ayurveda. When these toxins start accumulating inside the body, it leads to a hormonal imbalance and weakens the immune system. As a result, it leads to such a condition. 

The leading cause of poor digestion and toxin buildup is bad diet and lifestyle habits. So, it is essential to have a holistic approach and heal this condition without getting much dependent on synthetic pills. 

Various factors like body type, symptoms, and disease intensity vary in women. The Ayurvedic treatment of endometriosis differs in different women as it is essential to diagnose the root cause behind your symptoms. Hence, Ayurveda has a unique approach in treating this condition with Panchakarma (detoxification), a suitable diet, lifestyle, and herbs.

Here are the top 3 tips to manage endometriosis:

1. Diet

Diet plays a major role in managing various health conditions. In this condition, getting rid of food items that may further lead to the accumulation of toxins or aggravate Vata dosha is essential. So, avoid dairy products (milk, paneer, curd), refined sugar, excessive intake of non-vegetarian food like meat, caffeinated drinks, carbonated drinks, processed and packaged food, and refined grains.

Eat more light, warm, fresh food items into your meals. Always include seasonal fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, spices (turmeric, cumin, carom), homemade fresh meals, warm water (during cold weather), soup, khichadi, and mung dal. 

2. Sleep cycle

The improper sleep cycle is often attributed to hormonal imbalance, which can further lead to the progression of endometriosis. Poor sleep can also worsen the symptoms of endometriosis. So, it is essential to maintain the sleep cycle. As a result, it balances the Vata dosha and helps to manage the condition well. 

3. Yoga

Yoga can help to ease the symptoms and help to manage the condition well. A woman diagnosed with endometriosis must practice yoga asanas with a slow, smooth, and steady pace, which will balance Vata dosha. Hence it helps to balance hormones, relieve pain and discomfort, relax the body, and reduce stress, which ultimately helps better manage this condition. 

If you have endometriosis, you will require a proper diagnosis and treatment from the doctor. The tips here are some generalized advice that will not help you cure the condition. Kindly visit an Ayurvedic gynecologist near you and get proper treatment for yourself according to your health condition, body type, season, region, and other essential factors.