Essential Facts About Simple Natural Remedies For Hemorrhoids-part 2

In the first part of this article series we defined natural hemorrhoid remedies as the use of plants, diets and lifestyle changes to cure hemorrhoids.

The second part of this series will examine the essential facts about these other natural remedies for piles:

Natural remedy 3-Witch hazel

-This remedy is made from the extract from the leaves and bark of a shrub called the witch hazel.

-This cure can not be taken orally, it can only be applied topically to the anal area.

-It is available in the form of witch hazel hydrosol, ointment or medicated pads.

-It acts by drying up the anal area to reduce soreness and Inflammation.

-It is also effective in relieving itching and swelling symptoms.

Natural remedy 4-Butchers broom

-This plant is also known as knee holly, box holly and sweet broom.

-It has for long been used for the treatment of hemorrhoids and varicose veins.

-This plant is believed to have anti-inflammatory and vein constricting properties which help to shrink swollen hemorrhoids. It also strengthens the tone and the integrity of the veins of the body.

-The active compound in this plant is called ruscogen.

-Butchers broom can be taken in tea or capsule form.

-Butchers broom tea can have a bitter taste, so you should add honey to sweeten it.

-This plant can also be applied directly unto the inflamed bum in the form of ointment or compress.

-It is not safe to use in pregnant and nursing women, it also not safe to use in people with high blood pressure and in people on anti-depressants medications.

Natural remedy 5-Horse chestnut

-The active ingredient in this plant is called aescin.

-This plant has a proven track record of improving blood circulation in and out of congested veins.

-It has anti-inflammatory properties and it also strengthens the walls of blood vessels.

-This plant can be taken orally in form of tea or capsule, it can also be applied directly to the pile tissue as a compress.

-The parts of this plant that are safe for consumption are the seed and the bark of the young branches. The other parts of the plant are poisonous.

-Contraindications to the use of this herb include known allergy to the plant, bleeding disorders or concurrent use of blood thinners.

-Uncommon potential side effects of horse chestnut include kidney failure, bleeding tendencies, bruising and liver damage.

Natural remedy 6-Chinese Fargie Herbs

-These herbs are very safe with minimal or nil side effects. They are thus safe to use to treat hemorrhoids in pregnancy and hemorrhoids in children.

-It has a very fast onset of action, its impact is felt sometimes within 24-48 hours of use.

-It acts by improving blood circulation in the pile veins by as much as 300%.

-It also strengthens the walls of the veins of the body.

-It gives a long lasting cure of symptoms.

-These herbs are easily obtained at local groceries for pennies.

You have to realize however that the use of these natural cures alone will not give you the total cure of piles. To be totally cured of the symptoms of hemorrhoids you must also change the way you handle your body by taking the necessary steps to change the kind of diet you consume and also changing your daily lifestyle habits.