Hemorrhoids are embarrassing to talk about and their very mention might even elicit some laughter in certain more juvenile circles. However, for those who suffer from this painful affliction, hemorrhoids are no laughing matter at all. One of the most common causes of Hemorrhoids are constipation and hard stools. By straining too much when you are trying to go, you end up pushing your hemorrhoidal arteries out of your rectum, which then leads to the painful itching and irritation along with blood in your stools. The double edged sword to this is the fact that hard stools are signs of an unhealthy digestive system which can lead to further health problems (toxic build up, higher cancer risk) down the road.
One of the best way to get rid of your hemorrhoidal problem is to address your very unhealthy constipation and hard stool problem. You can do this by finding ways to increase you fiber intake. Soluble fiber and water will help make your stools softer, which will then make them easier for you to pass without straining too much. This will also help you better eliminate toxic buildup in your body.
Here are some good ways in which you can find constipation relief naturally
Psyllium: This is a mild laxative used for constipation and is found in many commercial colon cleansing and constipation relief products. You should see results 12 to 24 hours after taking 5 to 10 grams with a class of water.
Cascara: is a Chinese remedy to help soften your stools. You can take a 1/4 teaspoon to a full teaspoon a day along with 8 glasses of water a day for up to 10 days.
Dong Quai: A member of the celery family, Dong Quai is also a traditional Chinese remedy for constipation. It is available in capsule, powder and tea form. You can also make your own tea by mixing 1/2 teaspoon of the herb with water.
Golden Seal: This popular herb is also a good for constipation. It comes in tablet and bulk powder forms and you can take 4 to 6 grams a day for up to 3 weeks
Yellow Dock: Take two capsule twice a day for mild constipation
Honorable mentions include:
Senna, Bryonia, Alder buckthorn, Silicea, Aloe, Dandelion and Fenugreek
Making sure that you are eating a proper diet rich in dietary fiber and low in processed foods will also help keep you regular and prevent flare ups. You can also try eating a banana on an empty stomach to help soften things up a bit as well as get your daily dose of potassium.
Yulia Berry is an independent health researcher and author of the best selling e-book on aloe vera - Aloe - Your Miracle Doctor. She distributes a weekly newsletter regarding great home remedies and has written another popular e-book 'Pharmacy in Vegetables' and dozens of natural health articles published on hundreds of websites worldwide.