Hemorrhoids or Piles is most annoying disease, which occur when the veins in and around the anal sphincter become inflamed, are a common affliction. It is caused by constipation, obesity, eating fried and spicy foods etc. They can cause painful bowel movements, and in some cases there can be bleeding. It is also caused due to extensive pressure at the veins during pregnancy or delivery. It has been found that about 70 to 80 percent of adult population worldwide is affected by piles at some point in their life time. Consuming healthy foods and regular exercise are the most effective ways to prevent piles.
Radish
Radishes are considered to be one of the best home remedies for piles or hemorrhoids. A mixture of radish and salt or radish and honey can be quite effective.
Papaya
Papaya is a popular food in Asia where it is consumed to prevent constipation and ease bowl movement. It contains a protein-digestive enzyme papain along with other active compounds which provide relief from constipation.
Dry Figs
Fig is effective therapy to treat constipation. The tiny seeds of figs contain a compound that help stimulate the peristaltic movement of the intestines which helps ease the evacuation of faeces and keeps your alimentary canal clean.
Mango seeds
Mango seeds are known to be a good home remedy for piles. The kernel is known to aid in the quick healing of ulcers and wounds. There seeds have to be dried, powdered, and stored. This powder must be taken (1-2 teaspoons) twice a day. The powder is known to relieve swelling, pain, and the itching sensation.
Banana
Bananas are extremely beneficial for treating constipation, as well as piles. The nutrients help to keep the blood vessels strong and healthy and prevent them from being bruised easily. Mash a banana and mix it with milk. Have this mixture at least 3 to 4 times day to ease the pain of piles.
Onion
Onion is very good for treating piles. Eating one salted onion daily cures bleeding as well as non-bleeding piles. Thirty grams of the vegetable should be rubbed in water and about 60 grams of sugar should be added to it. The patient will get relief within a few days if he takes it twice daily.
Spinach
This nutritious vegetable is good food for those suffering hemorrhoids. In fact, it is considered one of the best vegetables for the entire digestive tract, and it is thought to be highly effective at cleansing and regenerating the intestinal tract. One of its gut health promoting compounds is magnesium which appears to be necessary for proper bowel movement.
Jambul fruit
The Jambul fruit is known to relieve bloody stools that are associated with internal piles. This fruit must be eaten early in the morning for a period of about 2-3 months for better results. It is also rich in dietary fiber, one of the reasons why it has been used as a popular remedy for piles or hemorrhoids.
Oats
Oats are highly nutritious and an excellent source of soluble fiber. Soluble fiber when comes in contact with water forms a gel like structure which makes the bowel smooth and soft and it easily passes out of the rectum. It is important to soak the oats in water before consuming so that it is easily digested in the stomach. Adding fruits with oats and milk makes it more nutritious and fibrous which too help to keep piles away.
Yogurt
Since ancient times, yogurt is known to help in digestion. It is an effective home remedy to ease digestive problems like gas and indigestion. Yogurt contains probiotic bacteria like bifidus and lactobacillus which help to control piles by digesting the foods and easing bowel movements.
