Many women will find uterine fibroids during physical examinations, worrying about whether some foods will cause the growth of uterine fibroids?
There is no conclusive scientific evidence that a particular food directly causes the growth of uterine fibroids. The formation and development of uterine fibroids is a complex process that involves the interaction of several factors, and diet is only one part of it.
Misunderstood food
1. Chicken with eggs
There is an opinion that chicken is a hot food and that modern chickens are not suitable for consumption because they grow quickly and may contain hormones.
Concerns about the hormones in chicken actually stem from a misunderstanding of modern farming techniques. Modern-farmed chickens grow rapidly, mainly thanks to breed improvement and feed optimization. Chicken from a regular source is safe and can be eaten with confidence. Eggs are highly nutritious, and according to the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Chinese Residents (2016 Edition), eating 1 egg or a considerable amount of other poultry eggs per day can help meet the body's nutritional needs. So, don't worry.
2. Soy milk
Some people believe that the soy isoflavones contained in soy milk are hormones that may stimulate the growth of uterine fibroids. However, this concern is unwarranted.
Soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens that are structurally and functionally different from estrogen in the human body. When the human estrogen level is low, soy isoflavones can exert a weak estrogen-like effect, but its effect is only 1/10,000 or even 1/100,000 of human estrogen. For women with normal ovarian function, the level of estrogen in the body is sufficient to maintain physiological needs, and the weak effects of soy isoflavones are almost negligible.
3. Royal jelly with honey
Royal jelly does contain some hormonal components, such as 17-ketosterol, 17-hydroxysterol, etc., but its content is extremely low enough to have a stimulating effect on uterine fibroids. In addition, the hormone composition in royal jelly is very different from the hormones in the human body, and its biological activity is also weak. Therefore, patients with uterine fibroids can consume royal jelly in moderation, but care should be taken not to overdo it. Honey, on the other hand, is mainly composed of sugar, with relatively few other nutrients and does not contain human hormones. Consumption of honey in moderation will not have adverse effects on uterine fibroids.
4.燕窝、西洋参/人参
Bird's nest, American ginseng, and ginseng are traditional tonics that are often considered to have health benefits. Bird's nest is mainly composed of swiftlet's saliva and down feathers, and contains proteins, sugars, trace elements and sialic acid. Although sialic acid has some nutritional value, bird's nest itself does not contain hormonal components. Therefore, from a hormonal point of view, bird's nest is safe for patients with uterine fibroids.
American ginseng and ginseng contain a variety of ingredients such as saponins, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, which have the effects of nourishing qi and blood and improving immunity. These ingredients likewise do not contain hormones and therefore do not have a stimulating effect on uterine fibroids. However, it is important to note that these tonics may have certain pharmacological effects, and patients should consult a doctor or professional for advice before consuming them.
In conclusion, patients with uterine fibroids do not need to worry too much about their diet. As long as you pay attention to the moderate and balanced intake of various foods and avoid excessive taboos or picky eating, you can maintain good health and control the progression of the disease. At the same time, it is also very important to maintain good lifestyle habits and mentality. If you have any doubts or discomfort, you should seek medical advice from a medical professional.