subject: 10 Ways to Get Rid of Hemorrhoids Naturally [print this page] Hemorrhoids are caused by increased pressure in the veins of your anus or rectum. One of the main causes is straining when you're trying to have a bowel movement. This may happen if you're constipated or if you have diarrhea.
The best ways to remove or prevent hemorrhoids begin with good self care practices. While that sounds like common sense, habits like eating right and exercising are often the first things to go when we're experiencing hemorrhoids. Here list 10 ways to remove your hemorrhoids:
1) Include more fibre in diet
Start eating more fiber every day. Not to drop all junk food and just eat spinach but instead try something like a bowl of high fiber cereal in the morning, 1 to 2 slices of whole-grain bread with peanut butter & a banana for lunch, and steamed vegetables with brown rice and a meat dish. Besides, Fiber is also important in helping to reduce the cholesterol levels in the body.
2) Drink water regularly
Not to drink water just when you feel thirsty. Try to develop a habit of drinking water at a regular time. Bring your own water bottle with you all the time. Take at least 8 glasses of water a day. Large amount of water aids quick digestion and enables easier bowel movement.
3) Get regular exercise
Regular exercise will help your digestive system stay active and healthy. No need to become a great athlete. A 20 to 30 minute walk every day may help. Or go to the gym 2-3 times a week which also helps reduce stress.
4) Add fiber supplements
Add Fiber supplement, except laxatives, to your daily intake. Add anything basically containing psyllium husk powder. You may get gas the first couple of days while your body gets used to the additional fiber but give it a week and the gas will pass (no pun intended).
5) Cut down on fat
Limit eating fat(especially animal fat), sugary food, refined and processed food. These are all harmful to health and make bowel movement more difficult.
6) Drink alcohol or caffeine in moderation
If possible, stop drinking alcohol which will make hemorrhoids worse and more painful.
7) Stop smoking
Smoking will cause severe hemorrhoids and is highly prohibited for hemorrhoids sufferers
8) Avoid laxatives
Stay away from laxatives, except bulk-forming laxatives such as Fiberall, Metamucil, etc. Other types of laxatives can lead to diarrhea, which can worsen hemorrhoids.
9) Go to toilet regularly
Set aside a certain time each day to have an unhurried bowel movement without vigorous wiping or rubbing.
10) Avoid sitting on the toilet for long periods
Make sure to avoid straining during any bowel movement or lingering on the toilet for long periods. No reading or other relaxing activity while on the toilet. If bowel movements take longer than 3-5 minutes, something is wrong.
Hope the above will help you relieve your hemorrhoids or constipation.
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