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High consumption of trans-unsaturated fatty acids is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing laparoscopically confirmed endometriosis.

Minimize intake of trans-unsaturated fats, which are primarily found in commercially fried foods, margarine, and crackers, as high consumption is linked to a significantly higher risk of endometriosis. This supports public health efforts to remove trans fats from the food supply.

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those in the highest quintile of trans-unsaturated fat intake were 48% more likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis (95% CI = 1.17 –1.88; Pt = 0.001).
Stacey A. Missmer et al. · Human Reproduction · 2010

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Same high-quality prospective cohort design with laparoscopic confirmation.

Source

A prospective study of dietary fat consumption and endometriosis risk

Stacey A. Missmer et al. · Human Reproduction · 2010

DOI 10.1093/humrep/deq044

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