Synthetic pesticides from conventional fruits may contain xenoestrogens, a chemical substance which mimics estrogen when it's stored in the body's fat. Because xenoestrogens interfere with hormonal regulation in women's bodies, they are being implicated in disorders ranging from infertility and endometriosis to ovarian and breast cancer.
Flaxseed oil can help reduce hot flashes in menopausal women by balancing estrogen.
The essential fatty acids in flaxseeds may also lower cholesterol, relieve arthritis and psoriasis and help treat multiple sclerosis. Try one to two tablespoons a day for general good health. Orange juice is a great source of folic acid, which can help reduce the chance of birth defects such as spina bifida. Women of childbearing age should get folic acid every day from supplements or foods such as citrus fruits, leafy greens and beans. Yogurt contains protein, potassium, B vitamins and highly absorbable calcium.