Taking care of hemorrhoids at home is the number one priority of hemorrhoid sufferers. This is mainly because having hemorrhoids is embarrassing and most of us cringe at the thought of having to talk about it with our doctors. If you suffer from hemorrhoid pain, one of the things that helps the most is being [...]

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 [...]

Everyone that has hemorrhoids feels embarrassed. For this reason, most of us rather buy hemorrhoid solutions in the Internet or in pharmacies. When it comes to hemorrhoid treatments or preventing hemorrhoid attacks, it is important to consider your activity level. An article in the New York Times titled, “Is Sitting a Lethal Activity?” talks about [...]

Avocados are a delicious fruit that contain monosaturated and polyunsaturated fats the body needs. Oils provided by an avocado are oleic acid and linoleic, which may help to reduce cholesterol levels. Avocados also provide vital nutrients such as vitamins B, C, E and K, potassium and fiber.  A half avocado contains approximately 160 calories, 2.0 [...]

Fats are an important component in our diet. But it is good to understand the different types of fat so that we can properly incorporate them into our diets. I will provide you some examples of the different types of fats and recommended portions to maintain good health. Keep in mind that 30% of your [...]

During pregnancy, it is vital that you stay away from Hemorrhoid surgery. Hemorrhoid surgery is painful and not like anything you can imagine. Given the location and weight of the baby, healing from this surgery can be complicated. You will suffer from pain while not being able to sleep and being tired. The best thing [...]

Hemorrhoid ointments and creams are necessary in hemorrhoid treatment but if you are pregnant, you should not use a cream with drugs that may harm your baby’s development. I would use A&D or petroleum jelly. These should be used before and after bowel movements, as they will make the stool passage smoother and will further [...]

During a hemorrhoid episode, it can help to increase your fiber intake a little more than usual. On an ongoing basis, you should make some lasting commitment to changes in your diet if you don’t eat vegetables and fruits; these foods can make a big difference for hemorrhoid inflammation prevention. After writing about all the [...]

Keeping fiber in mind when planning your diet is crucial to achieving hemorrhoid relief and in hemorrhoid prevention. But there are other benefits to eating your required amount of fiber too. Studies have found an association between diets with healthy fiber intake and a lower incidence of colon cancer. Those same studies found 30 grams [...]

I find inverted yoga poses such as shoulder stand, head stand, crown based pose and downward dog to be helpful during a hemorrhoid flare-up but everyone should assess their situation individually. In my experience, downward dog has been the most helpful when done while also doing Kegels. Doing 30 to 60 kegels two to three [...]