Piles

The itching and burning caused by hemorrhoids can make it difficult to sit still. How can you ease the discomfort and fight flare-ups? According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Choose foods with fiber Eat more whole grains, bran, and vegetables, or take fiber supplements such as psyllium—along with plenty of fluids—to ease the passage of stools
  
• Try a topical astringent Relieve hemorrhoid symptoms by frequently applying a product that contains witch hazel

About This Condition

Hemorrhoids are enlarged raised veins in the anus or rectum.
Common hemorrhoids are often linked to both diarrhea and constipation. Although the belief that hemorrhoids are caused by constipation has been questioned by researchers, most doctors feel that many hemorrhoids are triggered by the straining that accompanies chronic constipation.³ Therefore, natural approaches to hemorrhoids sometimes focus on overcoming constipation.

Symptoms

Symptoms of hemorrhoids may include painful swelling or a lump in the anus that can bleed and become inflamed, often causing discomfort and itching. There may also be bright red blood on the toilet paper, the stool, or in the toilet bowl.

• Get relief from flavonoids Reduce symptoms with a daily dose of healthful flavonoids; take 1,000 to 2,000 mg of hydroxyethylrutosides or diosmin, or take horse chestnut extract containing 90 to 150 mg of aescin

Take charge of your health and visit www.yandrhealth.com for Your FREE Personalized Nutrition and Exercise Program Today!!!