Here are some ways to treat hemorrhoids naturally:
Diet for avoiding constipation
Hemorrhoids can occur if your constipate rate increases. Hence, it is essential that your diet contains high fiber making the stools bulky and soft to prevent constipation. Fibrous items in your diet could include beans, cabbage, sprouts, carrots, vegetables and fruits, whole grains and bran cereals. Non-fibrous items like wheat, cheese, sugar, ice cream, processed foods, and meat should be avoided.
In order to strengthen the arteries in the rectum and prevent hemorrhoids from worsening, it is essential to consume more fruits and vegetables. This is mainly because the chemicals important for strengthening the blood vessels walls - Anthocyanidins and Pythochemicals - exist in the vegetables and fruits.
Drink good amount of water
One important reason for hemorrhoids is constipation and you can control constipation by drinking lots of water every day. You must avoid eating chili peppers as well as drinking alcohol because these can worsen the hemorrhoids.
Diet that causes less acidic stools
Itching of hemorrhoids occurs when the stools are acidic and hence the acid level should be under control. Therefore, avoid intake of soda, citrus fruits as well as its juices, beer, wine, etc. Coffee and caffeinated products cause flatulence, reduction in pressure of the anal sphincter, and increase in sensitivity of the anal skin.
Dietary supplements, tea and medication
Herbal teas are most useful for increasing your metabolism; they remove the toxins in the body and also strengthen the arteries in the rectum. Some of the herbal items are barberry, neem, butcher’s broom, horse chestnut extract, Psyllium, Slippery Elm, White Oak Bark, and Witch Hazel. You can also apply herbs externally on the areas affected. Use of Aloe Vera gel is popular for soothing and cooling effects.
Sitz bath
In order to improve the blood circulation and reduce the swelling and pain in the affected areas, you can take Sitz bath wherein you will sit in warm water covering hips and buttocks. This method of natural treatment is commonly used for hemorrhoids.
Breathing exercise
Lie down on your back, inhale and move your belly up; then exhale and lift the anus. Practice this twice a day for 15 minutes each time.
Follow an exercise regimen
Practicing regular workouts will improve the circulation of blood; this improves bowel clearance thereby avoiding hemorrhoids. Obesity causes hemorrhoids development and you can prevent this by regular workouts.
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