Fibroids are noncancerous tumors that develop in the uterus. Uterine fibroids are the most common type of pelvic tumor and are relatively common. According to the National Institutes of Health, one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years. Nutrition can play an important role in the development and growth of fibroids. Nutrition can also affect vaginal health. Juicing involves blending fresh fruits and vegetables to make a nutritious drink. Certain fruits and vegetables are recommended for vaginal health and fibroids. Consult your physician before you begin juicing.
Step 1
Purchase organic fruits and vegetables whenever possible. Wash your produce thoroughly before using it in the juicer.
Step 2
Juice cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli or cabbage. Research published in the January-December 2005 issue of "Molecular Medicine" found that these types of vegetables have a phytochemical that inhibits the development of cervical cancer in mice.
Step 3
Add leafy green vegetables like spinach and kale for the high fiber content. The high fiber may help to reduce estrogen in your body, which can help shrink fibroids.
Step 4
Juice cranberries to prevent urinary tract infections, yeast infections and improve vaginal health. Cranberries are full of antioxidants and may prevent tumors from growing.
Step 5
Juice vegetables and fruits that are high in vitamin C for vaginal health. Vitamin C reduces infections and increases the immune system.
Step 6
Include orange fruits and vegetables that contain beta-carotene. Beta-carotene may help prevent and treat yeast infections.
Tips and Warnings
- Do not add all of these ingredients to the same juice.
- Make only as much juice as you can consume at one time. Fresh juice grows harmful bacteria if it sits for too long.
Things You'll Need
- Juicer
- Fruits and vegetables
References
- PubMed Health; Uterine Fibroids; January 2011
- MSNBC; Research Shows Health Benefits of Cranberries; November 2006
- "Molecular Medicine"; Indole-3-Carbinol Prevents PTEN Loss in Cervical Cancer In Vivo; M. Qi, el al.; January-December 2005
- Life Extension: Uterine Fibroids
- Woman's Health Network; The Healthy Vagina Diet: Good for You, Good For Your Body; Wendy Travis
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