As we mentioned in previous articles, endometriosis that grows elsewhere than the endometrium also reacts to hormonal signals from the monthly menstrual cycle by accumulating tissue, breaking it down, and shedding it during the menstrual period. As we know, massage plays a very important role in some cultures in the treatment of all kinds of diseases. In this article, we will discuss how lactuca virosa helps treat endometriosis.
I. Definition
Lactuca virosas is also known as wild lettuce, bitter lettuce, and opium lettuce. It has been used as a sedative and pain reliever in traditional medicine to treat PMS and other chronic pain.
II. How lactuca virosa affects endometriosis
1. Nervous system
Lactuca virosa contains lactucopicrin which helps calm overactive brain cells that cause nervous tension in women with endometriosis during the menstrual cycle, such as insomnia, tiredness, irritation and depression. It also helps the muscle relax, including the uterine muscles, which reduces the symptoms of menstrual cramps.
2. Immune system
The antioxidant properties of lactuca virosas help to strengthen the white blood cells in the bloodstream in the fight against the invasion of bacteria, viruses and inflammation caused by endometrial implants and adhesion.
3. Circulatory system
Lactuca virosas also contains high levels of flavones that help protect capillary walls from breaking and improve blood circulation in the body, including blood flow to the abdomen, reducing menstrual flow and menstrual cramps. It also contains coumarin, a bitter-tasting substance that has the property of thinning the blood, which helps to increase blood flow and the transport of oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the body, thus strengthening the function of the circulatory system.
Since lactuca virosa is mildly toxic to the body, overdoses can cause liver and kidney damage. If you have liver disease, check with your doctor before applying lactuca virosa.