Endometriosis
support for inflammatory balance, cycle comfort and whole-person resilience
This is practitioner-guided supportive care that works alongside your medical team, it is not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment.
Hormonal health shifts across every life stage – support is most useful when it's matched to where you are now.
Overview
Endometriosis can affect daily life in ways that extend beyond a single symptom. At Highlands, we view endometriosis through a systems-based lens, considering digestion, sleep, stress, hormones, metabolism, immune resilience, recovery and lifestyle context. The goal is not to offer a generic supplement answer, but to understand the broader pattern and provide practitioner-guided support that is appropriate for the individual. A personalised approach may include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, targeted practitioner supplements and practical lifestyle foundations.
Common signs & symptoms
Common experiences may include:
- painful periods
- pelvic discomfort
- fatigue
- digestive symptoms
- heavy bleeding
- pain with intercourse
Potential contributing factors
Possibilities commonly explored include:
- inflammation
- hormonal signalling
- immune factors
- gut health
- stress
- pain sensitisation
Common practitioner nutrients7 commonly considered, tap to explore
Practitioners may commonly consider nutrients such as the following. This is general education, not a recommendation, what is appropriate for you is determined through your assessment.
Omega-3
Essential fatty acids commonly discussed in relation to brain, cardiovascular, skin and inflammatory wellbeing.
Magnesium
Foundational mineral commonly discussed in relation to nervous system regulation, muscle function, sleep quality and energy production.
NAC
Glutathione precursor commonly discussed in antioxidant, respiratory, detoxification and inflammatory support.
Curcumin
Curcumin is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Vitamin D
Fat-soluble vitamin central to immune function, bone health, mood and overall wellbeing.
Zinc
Important mineral involved in immune function, skin health, tissue repair, hormonal wellbeing and gut integrity.
Iron where appropriate
Mineral central to oxygen transport, energy and red blood cell function. Requires assessment before use.
Common herbal ingredients6 traditionally used, tap to explore
Herbs traditionally used by practitioners in this area include the following. Traditional use and ongoing research are described for context only.
Turmeric
Botanical widely discussed in inflammatory balance, joint comfort and cellular protection.
Ginger
Traditional digestive herb used for nausea, dyspepsia, circulation and inflammatory balance.
Cramp Bark
Cramp Bark is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Peony
Traditional herb often used in women's formulas, especially where cycle and androgen balance are considered.
Licorice
Traditional herb used in digestive formulas and adrenal-style resilience support; DGL often preferred for gastric support.
Boswellia
Resin herb commonly discussed in joint comfort and inflammatory balance.
Lifestyle foundations7 focuses, tap to explore
- cycle tracking
- strength training
- protein and fibre
- sleep support
- stress reduction
- alcohol review
- blood sugar balance
Understanding first. Products only if appropriate.
Highlands begins with understanding, not products. Your assessment gives Leyla the picture she needs to recommend practitioner-only supplements, herbal medicine or a bespoke formulation where appropriate, reviewed and signed off before anything is dispensed, with ongoing support as your needs change.
- 1Assessment
- 2Practitioner guidance
- 3Personalised plan
- 4Ongoing support
Personalised Compounds by Leyla
Share your picture in a short assessment and Leyla compounds it down to a few things made for you, with practitioner-only products only where a compound can’t fill the gap.
This information is educational and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Individual needs vary. Always consult your medical practitioner regarding health concerns.