What natural remedies are used cure hemorrhoids?

Answer 1

I had a hemorrhoid recently, which has almost completely disappeared within a month after I started to:

-work out about 4 times a week (just some simple exercises, like push ups and unweighted squats)

-sit less (I bought a desk that can be raised to be a standing desk by pushing a button, and alternate sitting with standing while working)

-sleep with a large pillow under my legs, so that they are elevated

The above measures help by improving the blood flow, since hemorrhoids are (can be) caused by the blood not flowing back to the heart properly.

I also started taking supplements that (as I've understood from some Google searches) help to strengthen the arterial walls (I'll mention the brand names but the same pills may not be available everywhere):

-butcher's broom extract (3 x 100 mg a day) (supplement's name: Butcher's Broom; brand name: Now)

-aescin (3 x 210 mg a day, each pill also contains 120 mg vitis vinifera and 70 mg butcher's broom extract) (supplement's name: Venal Xtra; brand name: Bional)

-Some off-brand pills containing 500 mg of vitamin C and 100 mg of bioflavanoids, twice a day

-and for good measure, multi vitamin&mineral and fish oil pills.

According to Wikipedia, "hamamelis (witch-hazel) helps to shrink and contract blood vessels back to normal size, hence its use as the active ingredient in many hemorrhoid medications". So I started using a hemorrhoid-ointment that contains hamamelis, about twice a day (my ointment's probably not available outside the Netherlands, but similar products are. It's called Hamameliszalf, brand name: A. Vogel).

Another ointment I started using twice a day is a diaper rash cream, strange as that may sound, because it contains zinc oxide (the cream is called Sudocrem). I read a comment somewhere online that zinc oxide helps shrivel hemorrhoids.

I also read somewhere that chamomile helps, so I started to drink at least one strong cup of chamomile tea a day.

Maybe all of these measures were effective, or some of them, or one of them, I don't know. Or maybe even none of them; my hemorrhoid might have decided to retreat all on its own. Nevertheless I think its best to try as much remedies as you can, within reason. And It's probably best to have a medical doctor take a look at it, which was my plan B.

Answer 2

They are many natural hemorrhoid cures available. Some examples of natural cures are fiber, bioflavonoids, butcher's bloom, and horse chestnut. However, note that your doctor is your best source of medical advice.

Answer 3

Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that form on the outside of the rectum due to stresses on the body such as pregnancy or dietary problems. The best cure for hemorrhoids is prevention through proper diet, non-strenuous bowl movements and gentle wiping. Once hemorrhoids have appeared, there are both prescription and over the counter topical medications that may help reduce swelling.

Answer 4

The best treatment for hemorrhoids is prevention, and this can be achieved by ensuring one eats a healthy diet with plenty fiber, and ensuring one does not become constipated. If one should develop hemorrhoids there are creams available from the chemist which can alleviate symptoms.

Answer 5

There are a wide variety of natural remedies that are used to cure hemorrhoids. Some of these methods include lifestyle changes as well as changes in diet, exercise, and self-grooming.

Answer 6

There are many different cures for hemorrhoids. These natural cures include eating Fiber, Bioflavonoids, Witch Hazel Compress, Butcher's Broom, or Horse Chestnut,