Nutrition in Gynecological Diseases: Current Perspectives

Area of Science:

• Integrative biology
• Nutritional science
• Women's health

Background:

• Diet and nutrition are crucial for overall health, particularly women's health.
• Nutrient deficiencies and gene-nutrient interactions significantly affect health and disease susceptibility.
• Gynecological diseases encompass a range of benign and malignant conditions impacting women's quality of life and mortality.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the association between nutrient deficiencies and gynecological diseases.
• To explore the role of nutrition in conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, dysmenorrhea, infections, and various gynecological cancers.
• To discuss the potential of natural compounds and dietary supplements in managing these diseases.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive bibliographic search was conducted.
• Information retrieval focused on nutrients, their deficiencies, and links to gynecological conditions.
• Literature review encompassed benign and malignant gynecological diseases and potential therapeutic natural compounds.

Main Results:

• Nutrient deficiencies are associated with increased risk and severity of various gynecological conditions.
• Specific nutrient imbalances correlate with polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, endometriosis, and gynecological cancers.
• Natural compounds and dietary supplements show promise in alleviating symptoms and progression of these diseases.

Conclusions:

• Nutrition plays a pivotal role in the prevention and management of gynecological diseases.
• Addressing nutrient deficiencies is essential for improving women's reproductive health.
• Further research into natural compounds and dietary interventions is warranted for therapeutic applications.