Natural Hemorrhoids Treatment – Effective Natural Remedies for Hemorrhoids!
There are many natural hemorrhoids treatments that are soothing, pain relieving and very effective in getting rid of hemorrhoids.
If you are suffering from hemorrhoids then probably you would prefer to cure it quickly and with natural methods.
Hemorrhoids are a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen or inflamed. It is painful and itchy and sometimes bleeds. It may be internal (inside the anus) or external under the skin around the anus.
Most of the hemorrhoids in early stages are short lived and can easily be cured by natural treatments. A good natural remedy may give you relief within 2-3 days.
Following two natural remedies for hemorrhoids work well in most cases. There are many other remedies but these ones have been found effective.
1- Fiber Diet for Natural Treatment of Hemorrhoids
Fiber softens the stool and reduces straining of the vessels. Eating food rich in fiber such as whole grains, whole meal breads, vegetables and fruits helps softening the stool. In addition drink a lot of water throughout the day. A glass of water every hour during the day should be enough.
Another way to consume fiber is to take one spoon of Psyllium husk in water, milk or any fruit juice. Make sure that after drinking the husk in your preferred liquid drink one glass of water. Best time to drink it is 2-3 hours before going to the bed and not eating anything after that.
Psyllium immediately acts and the next day morning your stools are softer. Drink the husk for 2-3 days to get quick relief.
2- Butcher's Broom for natural treatment of Hemorrhoids
The butcher’s broom is a plant (Ruscus aculeatus). It is known by many other names such sweet broom, knee holly and box holly. In early days butchers in Europe used the plant to clean their chopping blocks. Hence the name!
The plant butchers broom has an active compound called ruscogen which has been found to be anti inflammatory and vein contricitng. These properties of the plant improve the tone and integrity of veins as a result it shrinks the swollen tissues and hemorrhoids subsides. This has also been found good for varicose veins.
The best way to take it is by making tea from the plant. To improve its bitter taste you can add some honey. The tea can be made by adding one spoon of the herb in a cup hot water. Stir and leave it for 15 minutes and drink it.
People with high blood pressure, pregnant and nursing women should not take this remedy. Check with your doctor before starting this natural treatment for hemorrhoids.
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