There are no two ways about it, hemorrhoids are a real pain in the aSS - it's amazing how painful it can be when the tiny veins in the rectum and the anus become inflamed and swollen causing hemorrhoids (aka piles).
Pain killers may deal with the symptoms of hemorrhoids whilst not getting anywhere close to the cause but there are other natural remedies which may help with the treatment of hemorrhoids.
" Eat more fiber - this is actually a very good preventative method of contracting hemorrhoids too, eating plenty of fiber in the diet. This can help to relieve and symptoms and bleeding of hemorrhoids. A diet which is rich in fiber means larger, softer stools with less need for straining. Eat plenty of high fiber foods and don't forget to drink plenty of water for the maximum effect.
" Witch Hazel Cream or Compress - this can be found in almost any drug store and can be topically applied for hemorrhoid relief. This can help to relieve bleeding because it acts as an astringent - Witch Hazel may also help to relieve itching, swelling and pain - all of which are associated with piles / hemorrhoids.
" Butcher's Broom - is another plant, also known as box holly, tree holly or sweet broom. The plant earned the name of Butcher's Broom because it was traditionally used to clean the chopping blocks of butchers. Nobody is entirely sure why Butcher's Broom is so effective in the treatment of hemorrhoids but it does have vein constricting properties and is anti-inflammatory. It is usually taken in team form or as a capsule although it is sometimes available in an ointment for topical application.
" Bioflavonoids - these are particularly present in many citrus fruits and have been found to reduce the pain and discomfort of hemorrhoids. Although once again nobody is exactly sure why they work so well there is a theory that they are effect because they stabilize the blood vessel walls making them stronger whilst fighting inflammation.
" Triphala - is another natural remedy which is often effective against hemorrhoids. This is an Ayurvedic which is a gentle bowel tonic relieving constipation - one of the top causes for the formation of hemorrhoids in the first place.
As always prevention is better than cure and you can significantly reduce the risk of suffering from hemorrhoids by drinking plenty of water each day, making sure that there is sufficient fiber in your diet and taking regular exercise.
