Almost every adult has suffered from enlarged hemorrhoids. The symptoms include pain, itching and burning in the anus. It is therefore not surprising that those affected want to get rid of the unpleasant symptoms as quickly as possible. As a rule, they first resort to home remedies that can provide first aid for minor complaints. So which diet and which herbal ingredients can help treat haemorrhoids? Below you can find out how to prevent enlarged haemorrhoids and how to treat haemorrhoids naturally.
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1. how can I prevent hemorrhoids?
It is estimated that at least half of people over the age of 50 suffer from hemorrhoids. With increasing age, the elasticity of the blood vessels and connective tissue as well as hereditary predisposition play an important role. However, other factors are also possible causes of the disease, which we can usually influence with simple measures.
- More exercise: Do you spend most of your day sitting down and hardly move at all? Then this could be a possible cause of the annoying discomfort in the anal area. If you introduce more movement into your everyday life and limit your sitting activities, the likelihood of enlarged haemorrhoids could decrease.
- Change bowel habits: Another factor that leads to enlarged hemorrhoids is increased pressure in the abdomen. This can be caused, for example, by straining to defecate. Only when the urge to defecate becomes noticeable is a bowel movement due. If there is no urge to defecate, you will only push unnecessarily, which leads to the development of dilated hemorrhoids. Holding stools for too long can in turn cause constipation.
- Reduce body weight: Obesity and pregnancy are often another cause of hemorrhoids. Enlarged vascular cushions at the anus occur when the additional weight presses on the rectum and thus impedes blood circulation. A similar strain also occurs during pregnancy, although nothing can be done in this case, of course. Otherwise, you should lose excess weight if you suffer from hemorrhoids.
- Change your diet: A low-fiber diet often leads to constipation and therefore also to enlarged haemorrhoids. Pushing hard when constipated obstructs the blood flow to the hemorrhoids. In addition, insufficient fluid intake has a similar effect and can lead to constipation or enlarged haemorrhoids.
2 What is the right diet for hemorrhoids?
You can treat hemorrhoids naturally by changing your diet to a high-fibre diet, but the change should not be made abruptly. The following products are particularly high in fiber:
- Fruit
- potatoes
- broccoli
- Tomato salad
- oatmeal
- Rye bread
- Fruit bread
- Popcorn (unsweetened)
- Dried fruit
- nuts
- Chia seeds, psyllium seeds
- Spelt
- Whole grain rice
- Sunflower seeds
- Olive oil, walnut oil, linseed oil, wheat germ oil
- Fish and seafood
- Eggs in all variations
3. what home remedies can I use to treat hemorrhoids naturally?
In addition to a high-fiber diet, sufficient fluids and exercise, there are also some additional home remedies that you can use to treat haemorrhoids naturally. These include sitz baths, for example, which use anti-inflammatory tannins such as oak bark to stop the inflammation in the anus and thus relieve pain and itching.
If you have to sit a lot at work every day, so-called hemorrhoid cushions can be helpful. This means that the affected area is not under too much strain when sitting, which can alleviate the discomfort. Of course, cleaning after a bowel movement and caring for the anal region are just as important. Use a soft cloth when cleaning and avoid rubbing vigorously.
4 Which herbal ingredients help with hemorrhoids?
Herbal ingredients that can help with inflammation in the anal area include immortelle oil, cypress oil, lavender oil, rose geranium oil, frankincense oil, sandalwood oil and coconut oil. These oils help the affected area to calm down again thanks to their antiseptic, analgesic and decongestant properties.
Casida's HemoCalm Repair & Protect oil is a 100% natural combination of the oils mentioned. It is sprayed onto the affected area two to three times a day and after using the toilet. The practical spray from Casida is also suitable for hemorrhoids after childbirth as it contains only herbal ingredients.
Further links on the subject of hemorrhoids:
- Information on hemorrhoids & doctor search on the MOOCI health portal https://www.mooci.org/krankheiten/haemorrhoiden
- Online course "Understanding haemorrhoids" by haemorrhoid expert Prof. Dr. Max Wunderlich on the self-help portal selpers https://selpers.com/kurs/haemorrhoiden-verstehen
Important note / disclaimer: As pharmacists, we share our pharmaceutical expertise and wealth of naturopathic experience in the Casida guide. An individual diagnosis and consultation is necessary in every case. Therefore, this offer cannot replace medical advice. It is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease. It is not a substitute for medication or other treatments prescribed by a doctor.
