eing a very common condition, hemorrhoids are well researched. Research shows that the best cure for hemorrhoids is prevention. Healthy food diet is the best way to ward hemorrhoids off as medical treatment seems not being able to solve the problem completely. Hemorrhoids, treated in the conservative way tend to recur again. That is why expert advise to change your diet if you are on the road to fight the development of a hemorrhoid condition. Below you can read advice on which foods are good and which are not for hemorrhoid prevention.
What foods are good for hemorrhoid prevention?
Fruit juices are best for hemorrhoid prevention because their active ingredient sand nutrients are delivered immediately to blood circulation. Their beneficial effect comes promptly. What is more, they contain a wide range of vitamins which are vital to boosting immunity. Here is a list of fruits which are very effective in the struggle with hemorrhoids.
- Oranges and bananas - the needed daily amount is two or three oranges daily and at least two bananas daily. Oranges are rich in fiber, bioflavonoids and vitamin C. Bioflavonoids help the quick transfer of vital nutrients to the rectal veins and thus have the ability to strengthen them and to alleviate hemorrhoid symptoms. Bananas are even believed to eliminate hemorrhoids because of their rich amount of minerals and bioflavonoids. You can eat them steamed for better effect on hemorrhoids. For quicker relief, eat two steamed bananas in the morning and two in the evening.
- Pomegranade juice - this is an extremely effective natural prevention for hemorrhoids. Beware not to drink more that a glass of pomegranade juice daily, because it can lead to stomach problems. This juice has a highly astringent action and can be used for saturation of compresses to be applied on the affected area.
- Red and black currant juice - currants contain rutin and minerals, an exceptional combination of ingredients which helps ward off the development of hemorrhoids. Currant juice reduces swelling and pain in the hemorrhoidal veins if taken 2 or 3 glasses daily.
- Papaya - this is an excellent prevention of hemorrhoids because it contains fiber and enzymes which digest protein.
- Blackberries, blueberries, cherries - these berries are perfect for fighting hemorrhoidal pain and discomfort. They are rich in vitamins, minerals and bioflavonoids - a perfect combination for quick alleviation of hemorrhoidal symptoms alleviation and hemorrhoid prevention.
Foods to avoid.
Certain foods are known to upset the stomach and cause digestive problems and constipation. The latter is considered a basic factor for development of hemorrhoid conditions. Here is a list of foods to avoid in order to steer clear of constipation.
- Red meat
- Bad fats
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Animal products
- Rice
- Chilli peppers
Chilli peppers could cause an extremely adverse reaction with people with hemorrhoids as they could cause a burning sensation in the anus when eaten in excessive quantities. Avoid them if you have already developed hemorrhoids. In small quantities, chilli peppers are thought to be beneficial for blood circulation.
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