Hemorrhoids, also known as “piles”, are basically inflamed tissue or blood vessels at the lower rectum. It’s something that millions suffer silently from in varying degrees.

The symptoms of Hemorrhoids:

- Internalised hemorrhoids (that are the type of hemorrhoid that are inside the anus) will commonly cause bleeding at the end of the bowel movement.
- Change in the size, colour and shape of the stool. This is due to the fact that Hemorrhoids can result in blockage of the rectum (stools passageway) – which will change the shape being thinner and narrower in size and shape and darker in colour.
- Urge to clear your bowels when there is no stool.
- Itchy and painful anus (caused by external hemorrhoids) – felt as a bulge in the anus. A very uncomfortable feeling.

Most of Hemorrhoids treatments is that none of them attack the root of the problem so they are only temporary fixes…. including almost all the ointments and creams!

Natural remedies for hemorrhoids that can be used to relieve the condition.

1. Diet high in fibre

Fibre is a carbohydrate that is produced by plant life. Fibre is not digestible by the human body, in fact it goes through the human body’s digestive tract – virtually unchanged. That means it is not broken down for nutrients. Fibre helps keep the digestive system healthy, it increases stool bulk and can soften stool which assists to reduce straining. Eat a diet that is higher in fibre – such as multi grains, whole grains. Supplements can also be taken – such as Psyllium (e.g. Nucolox, Agiofibe, Metamucil) and Sterculia (e.g. Granocol). Note when taking the supplements please be sure to drink adequate fluid.

2. Bioflavens

Are natural pigments in fruits and vegetables. They have been known in the past as Vitamin P. Researchers have found that bioflavens work with vitamin C to keep the structure of capillary blood vessels. The main flavenoids that are found in citris fruits – such as herperidin, oxerutins are thought to be beneficial.

3. Butcher’s Broom – also known as Jew’s Myrtle, Knee Holly

Has been used to improve circulation and relieve constipation and also to relive water retention discomfort. Has been reported to tighten circulatory system’s veins and bring strength to the capillary walls. This substance is also rich in flavenoids – so sort of a two way prong.

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