Safe, Easy, Natural Treatments for Hemorrhoids

If you have hemorrhoids, you are not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from the painful itching, burning, and bleeding of hemorrhoids each year. Much like extreme varicose veins that you often seen on people's legs, hemorrhoids are bulging veins that inflame the surrounding tissues and membranes and cause the painful burning and itching sensation.

Hemorrhoids can be internal or external. Either way they are a nuisance at best, and at worst affect your productivity and your joy in life by making it uncomfortable to sit for long periods of time. Fortunately, there are a number of lifestyle changes and natural remedies that can use to relieve your symptoms safely and easily.

Hemorrhoids have a number of common causes, such as constipation, heavy lifting, a sedentary lifestyle, pregnancy, childbirth, and severe and persistent coughing. Two changes in lifestyle can give immediate relief for hemorrhoids and will go along way to preventing further outbreaks. The first is to eat a healthy high-fiber diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. The second is to begin a regular exercise routine.

When symptoms are strong, it often helps to take a warm sitz bath several times a day to reduce the swelling and soothe the irritated tissues. Consider using moist or medicated wipes after each bowel movement.

In addition to these lifestyle changes, naturopaths routinely prescribe the following four herbs to treat both the causes and the symptoms of hemorrhoidal discomfort.

1. Butcher's Broom that has the active ruscogenin. This ingredient is well known in the natural healing realm for its ability to heal hemorrhoids and varicose veins.

2. Witch hazel comes in both a liquid and a cream form. When applied directly to the effected area three times a day-it reduces bleeding and swelling.

3. Pilewort is a highly recommended herb for hemorrhoids; it tones the blood vessels and reduces bleeding. Pilewort can be taken internally as a tincture or as a tea and can be applied topically as well.

4. Aloe Vera, known for its soothing effect on sunburns, is also useful for hemorrhoids. Apply the pulp directly to the area.

Hemorrhoids don't need to rule your life. With a few simple lifestyle changes and the application of herbal ointments and tinctures, you can be back to your normal productive life in no time.

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