Which nutrient/herbs may be helpful for endometriosis?

Women who suspect endometriosis may want to supplement with vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A, iron, fish oils, and black cohosh.

Some research indicates that conditions of oxidative stress or damage may aggravate endometriosis. Vitamins C and E are well known antioxidants, and therefore may help in endometriosis management. Vitamin A and iron have been shown to relieve the negative effects of heavy menstrual flow, and may reduce the amount of blood released from misplaced endometrial tissue. Fish oils contain large amounts of eicosapentaenoic acid, a fatty acid that has been shown to decrease inflammation associated with endometriosis.

Black cohosh has been shown to increase estrogen levels, which may delay or reduce the length of menstruation, thereby reducing the risk for inflammation outside the uterus.