A quick search on the internet reveals many different home remedies for hemorrhoids.
Some are based on sound medical practices and the logic behind using them is pretty obvious.
Others, however, seem to be based on dubious practices and should be avoided at all costs.
Some of the stranger home remedies for hemorrhoids which I have read about include drinking soured, curdled goats' milk and grated carrot (together!) and drinking turnip juice (made using your own juicer, of course!) There are also some rather strange old poultice remedies I came across which I would not like to try, which involved strange dead animal parts, a pestle and mortar, moonlight and witchcraft! Home Remedies For Hemorrhoids Which Work The following remedies are tried-and-tested and whilst they may not provide a complete cure, they will certainly provide a little relief! * Ensure you visit the toilet when you feel the need-do not hold it in * Do not lift heavy objects as this can strain the blood vessels in the rectum * Take care to treat diarrhea and constipation quickly as these can aggravate hemroids * Warm baths can give a little relief * Keep the area clean and dry - use wet wipes and do not rub * Avoid spicy foods * Drink plenty of water to encourage the formation of soft stools * Apply diluted witch hazel to the hemorrhoids These home remedies for hemorrhoids are completely safe for anyone to try.
There are many over the counter preparations which can be used for the treatment of hemorrhoids but these tend to be topical applications which will soothe rather than cure.
It is vital that hemorrhoids sufferers deal with the root cause of hemorrhoids rather than just treating the symptoms or they will never be free of hemorrhoids.
If steps are not taken to change the lifestyle which caused the hemorrhoids in the first place, it is very likely that they will return.
Fortunately, quite small changes combined with effective home remedies for hemorrhoids can eradicate them altogether.