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I am aware fennel mimics estrogen and can affect birth control and worsen fibroids. but, at what dose? and does soy and dandelion have an impact, and in what quantity/dose?

Q: i am aware fennel mimics estrogen and can affect birth control and worsen fibroids. but, at what dose? and does soy and dandelion have an impact, and in what quantity/dose?

: You'd probably have to eat 10-20 whole fennel plants to have any such effect. Dandelion has no known effect. Don't worry about it.

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You'd probably have to eat 10-20 whole fennel plants to have any such effect. Dandelion has no known effect. Don't worry about it.

Answered 6/14/2023

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A member asked:

I am aware fennel mimics estrogen and can affect birth control and worsen fibroids. but, at what dose? and does soy and dandelion have an impact, and in what quantity/dose?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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