natural treatment hemorrhoids
Sunday, December 6th, 2009
Although there are numerous over-the-counter hemorrhoid treatments available many use synthetic chemicals. Furthermore, many people report that these preparations are often expensive or ineffective. This article describes some of the best known herbal treatments for hemorrhoids.
Witch Hazel
Witch hazel is a popular herbal hemorrhoid treatment and is commonly found in creams and ointments to provide natural hemorrhoid relief. It’s effective in controlling bleeding, swelling and inflammation.
Used for external hemorrhoids, it can be applied directly to the affected area externally.
Butcher’s Broom
The extract of the Butcher’s broom root contains the active ingredient ruscogenin which reduces swelling and inflammation as well as strengthening vein walls. This herb is popular for hemorrhoid natural treatment and for treating varicose veins in general. Butcher’s broom is usually recommended in capsule or tea form.
Butchers broom can also be effective when applied directly as an ointment or compress. Please read the cautions as to who should not take Butcher’s Broom at the link below.
Horse Chestnut
Horse chestnut extract contains aescin which reduces swelling and inflammation, improves vein elasticity, strengthens vein walls and improves vein tone.
Horse chestnut can be taken in capsule form or as a tea. It can be applied externally as a compress. Use products that have been made only from the seeds or bark of the young branches. Other parts of the plant are poisonous.
Please read the cautions regarding passible side effects and who should not take Horse Chestnut at the link below.
Aloe Vera
An extract from the aloe vera plant is well-known for its soothing and cooling qualities. It also acts as an astringent and can be used to treat hemorrhoids.
Another substance from aloe, called aloe vera latex extract, can be used as a natural laxative to treat constipation. Constipation, which leads to straining, is a significant risk factor that can cause hemorrhoids. The extract is very potent so be sure to use just a small amount to treat the occasional constipation.
Psyllium
Psyllium is high in fiber and is commonly used as a natural laxative to treat constipation. Constipation, which leads to straining, is a significant risk factor that can cause hemorrhoids.
Be sure to drink plenty of water to take full advantage of psyllium’s benefits.
Cranesbill
Cranesbill is a wild geranium plant. When made into a poultice it can act as a potent astringent as an effective natural hemorrhoid treatment.
Pilewort
Pilewort tones blood vessels and helps to control bleeding. Pilewort can be used as a tincture applied directly to external hemorrhoids and it can also be made into a tea.
Pilewort has not been a particularly popular choice as a remedy for hemorrhoids due to the lack of clinical studies showing benefits as well as potential of side-effects.
Further Information
Read more on herbal hemorrhoid treatments and potential side effects.
Read further about a completely natural hemorrhoid treatment program that covers topics such as these in much greater detail, as well as providing details on immediate relief, treatment and prevention of further recurrences of hemorrhoids.
About the Author:
Michelle is passionate about health and wellness and works in the fitness industry.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – Hemorrhoid Natural Treatment Using Herbs
