Learn More About Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids or piles as they are sometimes known, are enlarged anal veins that have lost elasticity. This painful condition may have many causes such as constipation, straining, pregnancy, obesity, liver congestion and sitting for long periods of time.
Signs & Symptoms
- Bleeding during bowel movements
- Itching or irritation
- Pain and discomfort when sitting
- Leaking
While permanent treatments like injection therapy, laser treatment or surgery exist, there are lifestyle changes that can make a difference too.
Lifestyle Changes:
- Increase fibre intake by providing bulk to the stool, which keeps waste moving through the digestive tract
- Treat constipation if it exists
- Avoid foods you are sensitive to
- Increase dark leafy greens in your diet
- Avoid sugar, alcohol, carbonated beverages and other stimulants
- Drink lots of pure water
- Support the liver, your main detoxification organ
- Lose weight if necessary
- Maintain good gut health
- Reduce inflammation
