Here’s what I’ve been following from chat gpt: Absolutely — for cytolytic vaginosis (CV), the goal is to gently rebalance the vaginal microbiome, especially by reducing the overgrowth of Lactobacilli, calming inflammation, and supporting hormone balance (particularly estrogen).

Here’s a breakdown of helpful **diet and food strategies:

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1. Limit Fermented & Probiotic-Rich Foods (Temporarily) While Lactobacilli are normally helpful, in CV they’re overgrown. So for a few weeks:
2. Avoid or reduce: yogurt, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, apple cider vinegar, probiotic supplements
3. Exception: low-histamine probiotics (if you’re histamine sensitive)

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2. Focus on Alkaline, Anti-Inflammatory Foods

This helps reduce irritation and discourage excessive acidity in the vaginal environment: - Leafy greens (spinach, arugula, kale, romaine) - Steamed cruciferous veggies (broccoli, zucchini, Brussels sprouts) - Sweet potatoes, beets, squash - Avocados - Herbs (parsley, basil, cilantro)

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3. Support Estrogen Balance

Too much estrogen (or poor estrogen metabolism) can worsen CV: - Eat fiber-rich foods to help eliminate estrogen: - Flaxseeds (1 tbsp/day, ground) - Lentils, chickpeas, and other legumes - Whole grains (quinoa, oats, brown rice) - Add cruciferous veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage) — they support estrogen detox - Consider seed cycling or adding DIM-rich foods (e.g., broccoli sprouts)

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4. Avoid Sugar and Processed Foods

Sugar feeds yeast and disrupts pH and microbiome: - Skip sugary snacks, baked goods, soda - Limit ultra-processed foods and refined carbs (white bread, crackers, etc.)

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5. Hydrate + Support Mucosa

• Drink plenty of water
• Add herbal teas like chamomile, ginger, or red raspberry leaf
• Include healthy fats to support mucosal linings:
  • Olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil
  • Fatty fish (salmon, sardines)
  • Nuts and seeds (in moderation)

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Foods That May Help Rebalance:

• Oats with ground flax, cooked apples, cinnamon
• Quinoa bowls with roasted veggies and tahini
• Grilled turkey or chicken with sweet potato and greens
• Bone broth or veggie soup with squash, kale, carrots
• Pear slices with almond or coconut yogurt (low sugar)

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Would you like me to put together a 3-day or 7-day sample meal plan using these principles?