Hemorrhoids emerge when the veins around your anus or your lower rectum get swollen and inflammed. It can be Internal and external.
External Hemorrhoids irritate under the skin around the rectum. Hemorrhoids are prevalent in both men and women and affects 1 in 20 Americans. It is mostly common in adults over the age of 50.
Internal Hemorrhoids irritate the lining of anus and lower rectum.
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Moderate exercise has a positive effect on improving and preventing many bowel and digestive issues including hemorrhoids. When there is no movement of the body, there is no movement of the bowel. Exercise helps to avoid constipation. It can include walking, running, biking, yoga. Choice is yours to have an active lifestyle. In case you have hemorrhoids, please avoid heavy weight lifting squats that increase abdominal pressure as it can do more harm.
Drinking plenty of water helps to prevent constipation which in turn reduces straining during the bowel movement. Most healthy people can stay well hydrated by drinking water and other fluids whenever they feel thirsty. For some people, fewer than 8 glasses may be enough. Other people may need more than 8 glasses each day.
Eating foods that are high in fiber can make stools softer and easier to pass and can help treat and prevent hemorrhoids. Recommended dietary fiber intake is 28 grams per day based on 2000 calories intake. Drinking water and other liquids can help the fiber in your diet work better. If constipation is causing the hemorrhoids, try to avoid foods with less or no fiber such as cheese, chips, ice cream, fast food, meat, frozen prepared foods and processed microwavable dinners.
Don’t take your phone or newspaper in the toilet. A timed bathroom trip can help to avoid longer time spent on the toilet seat.
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