THE INFLUENCE OF DIET ON THE PREVENTION, TREATMENT, AND SYMPTOMATOLOGY IN WOMEN WITH ENDOMETRIOSIS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW.
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Nutrition; women's health; food consumption; chronic inflammation.Abstract
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease, sensitive to hormonal variations, that affects women during their reproductive years. It is characterized by the presence of tissue similar to the endometrium located outside the uterus, affecting approximately 10% of women of childbearing age. It is one of the main causes of persistent pelvic pain, dyspareunia, dysmenorrhea, and fertility-related problems. Its origin is multifactorial, encompassing genetic, immunological, hormonal, and environmental aspects. Materials and methods: A survey of studies published between 2020 and 2025 was conducted in the Scielo, Google Scholar, Pubmed, and Lilacs databases, capturing 8 articles that met all inclusion criteria. Results: Of the 8 studies analyzed, 2 articles evaluated the role of calcium consumption from dairy products during adolescence in preventing the onset of endometriosis. 1 article evaluated the relationship between serum carotenoid levels and the risk of endometriosis. 2 articles evaluated dietary modifications such as the removal of gluten, milk, and soy, and the inclusion of vegetables and a Low FODMAP diet, as well as a diet for endometriosis, in reducing pain and symptoms of endometriosis. 3 articles evaluated the use of supplements with anti-inflammatory effects. Conclusions: The results of this research demonstrated that adequate consumption of dairy products rich in calcium is associated with a lower risk of developing endometriosis, especially when introduced during adolescence. A diet rich in carotenoids may be a preventive strategy, although further studies are needed to confirm its mechanism of action and efficacy. Dietary interventions such as anti-inflammatory diets, low-FODMAP diets, or diets excluding gluten, dairy, and soy can reduce pelvic pain, as well as contribute to the improvement of symptoms and quality of life. Supplementation with omega-3 and vitamins C and E also showed positive results in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress, indicating benefits in complementary treatment.
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