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The Natural Cure For Hemorrhoids

By Sandy Rowde
Mar 20, 2009
Hemorrhoids are discomforting, painful and not to mention awkward every time it bleeds. Thus, it is not surprising why most people who are suffering from hemorrhoids opt to resort to more natural treatments for hemorrhoids. One of these natural cure for hemorrhoids is a healthy change in diet.

Fiber

A more popular natural cure for hemorrhoids is by incorporating fibrous food in your food diet. Many people claim that fibrous diet can help prevent hemorrhoids. Eating more vegetables and other foods rich in fibers such as wheat bread and whole grains will clean the intestines and help in the digestion of solid food, minimizing the chances of constipation.

Constipation is difficulty in removing bowel from the body due to hard and dry stool. Dry stool will result to application of extra pressure if discharging bowels, and this is a big no-no for those with hemorrhoids. Extra pressure will cause more inflammation and protrusion of the hemorrhoid vessels. Also, fiber-enriched foods help decrease unwanted body cholesterol, keeping you your body fit and healthy. It is very ideal to consume at least 40-gram of fiber each day, while 50-gram of fiber per day is being recommended for pregnant women especially during their delivery period.

Examples of Fiber-Enriched Foods

Leafy green vegetables and whole grains are good examples of food that are rich in fiber. Other examples of natural hemorrhoids cure fiber foods are fruits, beans, lentils, cereals, oatmeal, flaxseed, and barley. Eating fruits (usually taken as a dessert) after every meal will help digesting the food that was taken earlier.

There are two types of fibers which are 1.) soluble fibers and 2.) insoluble fibers. It is this second type, the insoluble fibers found in fruits and vegetables that help prevent health problems that result from rectal and colon cancer. The colon and rectum are also parts of the body which are directly affected if you are suffering from hemorrhoids.

Another technique of a natural cure for hemorrhoids is self-control. You should refrain from eating processed or canned foods. This kind of foods might be able to satisfy one's palate but, you should remember that this kind of food is difficult to digest and contain preservatives which can contribute to hard, dry stools, and ultimately, constipation.

Constipation, as mentioned earlier, is not a good thing for those with hemorrhoids. Meat and dairy products also do not contain fiber. Meanwhile, one should also be disciplined enough to take patience reading the product content printed on the label of the foodstuff. Make sure you do not buy that food just for an impulse but because it is nutritious and rich in fiber as stated in its label.

Water

Another natural hemorrhoids cure is by drinking plenty of water a day. Just like fiber foods, water helps in the cleansing of the intestines and for the softness of stool (making it easy for bowel movement). It is recommendable, even those among who do not have hemorrhoids problem, to drink at least eight glasses of water per day.
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