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If you have never heard of xenoestrogens, you’re not alone. Most people are unaware of this manufactured chemical that mimics the effects of estrogen once it enters the human body. Xenoestrogens are hormone disrupters, which means that they interfere with the natural estrogen in your body and can cause numerous reproductive health problems. Some of the most common issues associated with xenoestrogens include irregular menstrual cycles, poor prostate health, endometriosis, fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome, and uterine cysts. Additionally, too many xenoestrogens in the body can damage ova and sperm, leading to reproduction problems for couples who are trying to conceive.
Products That May Contain Xenoestrogens
Unfortunately, xenoestrogens are found in many products that you use every day. While it may not be possible to eliminate all of them from your life, the following list of hormone disrupters can help you make more informed decisions about your health:
- Parabens used as a preservative, especially butylparaben, ethylparaben, methylparaben, and proplyparaben.
- Materials used to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resin. These include substances found in flame retardant material, motor vehicles, electronics, and some home furnishings. Xenoestrogens can are also located in antioxidants used in common plastics.
- Food dyes and preservatives, including FD & C #3 and butylated hydroxyanisole.
- Building supplies, including pentachlorophenol found in wood preservatives and polychlorinated biphenyls found in adhesives, electric oils, lubricants, and paints.
- Insecticides and weed killers.
- Chlorine and products containing chlorine by-products.
- Surfactant found in many cleaning detergents.
- Ethinylestradiol, which is a combined oral estrogen birth control pill.
What is Endometriosis and How does it Relate to Xenoestrogens?
Endometriosis is a medical condition originating in the reproductive system of females. It causes tissue to grow outside of the uterus rather than within it. This can happen in several places, including the vagina, bladder, the side of the pelvic wall, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. When you have endometriosis, the tissue outside of your uterus reacts to the hormonal changes of menstruation in much the same way as your uterine lining does. As a result, you may experience excess bleeding, scarring, and cramping. Other symptoms of endometriosis include bloating, fatigue, pain in your pelvic area, and painful intercourse.
When xenoestrogens enter your body by using sunscreen, drinking from a plastic bottle, being exposed to weed killer, or using any type of product in the categories described above, they can cause endometrial symptoms by over-stimulating the cells and causing excess growth. Having too much of other forms of estrogen can also cause you to develop endometriosis. For many women, a diagnosis of endometriosis is the first indication that their hormones are out of balance.
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
March 1 is just around the corner, and with the turning of the calendar comes Endometriosis Awareness Month. Many countries promote this awareness, including the United States, Australia, Poland, Brazil, France, Germany, Ireland, and several others. According to a report issued by Endometriosis.org in 2013, more than 176 million women around the world suffer a decreased quality of life due to endometriosis. The organization hopes that an annual awareness campaign will help women recognize the symptoms as well as draw attention to the need for additional research.
If you recognize several symptoms of endometriosis, it’s important to consult with a hormone specialist to determine the root cause. This allows the specialist to determine the most appropriate course of treatment so you can start feeling better as soon as possible.
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