Among all the things a pregnant women suffers from, hemorrhoids has to be one of the worst. It is embarrassing to talk about this but I know how important it is to really focus on how to heal hemorrhoids during pregnancy. I am suffering from both extremes, constipation and too many bowel movements. I just [...]

I was 24 weeks pregnant when I went to a foreign country on vacation. I took every precaution to prevent a hemorrhoid flare-up. My strategy was to beat the usual decrease in fiber that happens when you travel. I bought fruits and nuts for travel and made sure I ate my ordinary amount of fruits [...]

Most of us have a hard time managing stress. It is one of those things that creeps up on us while we are busy trying to solve life issues. Sometimes stress happens when you are working on something you enjoy but putting yourself at the end of your daily checklist.  Stress management includes keeping an [...]

I am 25 weeks pregnant and as the baby weight becomes greater, my hemorrhoid flare-ups increase.  It is very common for pregnant women to suffer from hemorrhoids in this trimester. And it is a shame because it is the last thing you need. I am managing my hemorrhoid inflammation like a hawk.  I keep clothes [...]

Strawberry is a delicious fruit that is used a lot in desserts. It is an excellent source of vitamin C. When you eat 1 cup (152 grams) of strawberries you are covering the vitamin C required daily. Strawberry contains vitamin E, beta carotene, folate, potassium and fiber. 100 grams of strawberries provides 49 calories, 3 [...]

Hemorrhoid pain relief does not come easy. Acute pain, such as hemorrhoid pain, is disabling and makes most people irrational; sufferers struggle to take care of their bodies through the pain. On top of this, hemorrhoid pain relief isn’t simple—it’s difficult to achieve, as those of you who have suffered from painful hemorrhoids know. Because [...]

For those who love vegetables and like variety in their diets, artichokes are a great choice. Artichokes satisfy your appetite and provide excellent nutritional value, as they are rich in fiber, magnesium, chromium, vitamin C, folic acid, biotin, riboflavin, potassium and vitamin A, among other nutrients. Other benefits delivered by artichokes are that they are [...]

You don’t have to have hemorrhoids to benefit from the healthy ingredients in a hemorrhoid-free diet but for the purposes of this blog, it is important to highlight the difference kale can make in preventing hemorrhoids. Kale is a very sturdy vegetable. It seems indestructible when you see it on the grocery shelf. Most of [...]

Getting the most nutritional benefit from vegetables involves knowing simple facts. I’ve often thought raw is healthier than cooked but this is not always the case. For example, vegetables such as broccoli, kale and cauliflower contain a chemical that when eaten raw can adversely impact your thyroid hormone. In addition, some of the most beneficial [...]

As I promised in my previous entry I will share with you some simple sauce recipes you can make at home.  Always keep in mind that when eating spicy foods, you must be hydrated and always include vegetables or salad. The first sauce we make can be used as a sauce for tacos.  We boil [...]