Hemorrhoids also termed as piles is a very common health concern these days. But out of hesitation, lack of information and carelessness, many people avoid medications that might lead to even larger complications. As per statistics, around fifty percent of the population (approx) living in metropolitan cities suffers from this health anomaly during their lifetime. So, in a big relief to such patients, here are a few natural home remedies to tackle the problem. But before that a little awareness and facts on hemorrhoids will help. Let’s have a look.
* Fiber foodFibers are natural stool softeners that can help you get rid of the uncomfortable piles. Fibers add a lot of bulk to the stool which immediately helps you get relieved of constipation. So, when stool passes through the rectum and anus easily, the chances of piles almost go away. Few fiber-rich food that you can make part of your daily routine are chia seeds, fruits, leafy vegetables, beans and whole grains like oat meal, barley, brown rice. They help in reduction of constipation and further reduces hemorrhoid.
* Water consumptionThe humble water is always great for soothing the tight muscles. So, adequate hydration is a must for loosening up the difficult stool. Make sure you include around 4 to 5 liters of fluid in your routine. Dehydration makes your body devoid of water as it pulls water from nearby tissues, cells and colons thus leading to the difficulty in bowel movement. The hard stool then leads to piles. Drinking enough water will help stool move through the gut easily. Intake of enough fluid will not only keep your bowel healthy but also help in weight reduction.
* Cold compressCold compress is the most handy, effective and easy home remedy that helps anus to relieve swelling. For this you need to take an ice pack, moist towel or thick cloth dipped in ice water. Put it above your anal area for 15 to 20 minutes. The method will shrink the size of hemorrhoid that will make anorectal area less sensitive and painful. Repeat this for 4 to 5 times a day and it will reduce the itchiness, swelling and pain to a large extent.
* Aloe Vera Aloe Vera is one of the most sought after treatments when it comes to issues related to bowel movement. The gel like substance or the latex of Aloe Vera is extremely effective in softening the stool. The anti bacterial, anti septic and anti inflammatory properties help overcome the issue of painful piles. All you need to do is cut the leaf, extract the gel out of it and apply it on the area. It eliminates the germs from your anorectal area and gives you relief from itchiness, bleeding, pain and swelling.
* Fermented Foods
It is said that Vitamin K is a vital element when it comes to having a painless passing of stool. Years back, fermented food was considered an essential component of the daily diet. But due to ignorance, the urbane people are lacking this vital component in their body. Fermented food is recommended as it allows good bacteria to grow around anal tissues helping in better waste disposal.