Piles or Hemorrhoids are swellings in the anus that may cause bleeding, itching or pain. It seems to be very embarrassing but every one of us is prone to develop hemorrhoids. There are a few ways that can prevent hemorrhoids. Let’s learn these simple ways.
Increase natural fiber in your diet to soften your stool to relieve pain and cure piles. Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Have veggies as a side for every meal and snack on fruits whenever you feel hungry.
Be careful when constipated and don't be afraid to use a laxative if necessary, especially a natural one.
You do not have to buy Stool Softeners. There are numerous fruits and vegetables that have the effect of softening your stools. You just have to eat more bran, green leafy vegetables, green beans, apples, carrots and grapefruits.
Take some figs and leave them in water for a night and next day eat the half of the figs and drink half the water they were soaked in on an empty stomach in the morning.
Eat foods that are beneficial for good digestion.
Don't sit on the throne too long. Read the paper at the breakfast table, not in the loo. Avoid taking too long in the bathroom.
Get exercise on a daily basis. Exercise keeps your heart and vascular system healthy. Hemorrhoids are unhealthy veins that are damaged due to excessive pressure caused by pregnancy, straining, sedentary lifestyle and obesity.
Never strain while passing stool. Let excrement slowly creep into the toilet, tightening the anus slightly to reduce its width. Unnecessary strain can cause piles to develop.
Wipe gently after using the toilet to avoid irritating the anal walls. A washcloth and warm water will remove any remaining feces with minimal rubbing.
Do not sit on the chair or drive for too long since it is likely to make your hemorrhoid worse.
Drink at least 8-12 glasses of water each day. It will keep stool loose and simpler to pass through.
Aside from absorbing water orally, you can also wet yourself in a tub of warm water. Make sure that you include the affected area in the soaking process. You can drench for more than 15 minutes per session but remember to change the water every time you do this procedure.
Don't lift heavy objects that strain the lower body. Lifting too much of weight may aggravate hemorrhoid symptoms.