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Hemorrhoids (also known as piles) is an embarrassing and painful problem. Since what you eat is going to have a direct impact on how your stools turn out, you need to be careful what decided what to eat - and what not to eat. Certain foods can irritate hemorrhoids and make your bathroom visits a thing of dread.
So, what should you eat? More importantly, what shouldn't you eat? Let's take a closer look at this painful problem, and how you can manage to keep it under control.
Fruit and Veg
In just about any dietary situation, fruit and vegetables are the way to go. Fruits and vegetables contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, both of which are necessary in a healthy diet. In a high-fiber diet, fruit and vegetables are indispensable.
Leafy greens, like spinach, kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and more, are particularly healthy. These foods are also rich in vitamin C and iron.
As well as fiber, some fruits and vegetables contain a lot of water. Watermelon, celery, cucumber, and other similar fruits and veg can actually contribute to your daily fluid intake.
Grains
Wholegrain or whole-wheat foods are full of fiber. If you're currently eating white breads, bagels, or pasta, try opting for whole-grain flours, rye, whole-grain breads, whole-grain pasta, brown rice, and more. Cooked oats, oatmeal, and barley are all great sources of fiber. Even unbuttered popcorn is rich in fiber - and a delicious snack.
Switching to high-fiber whole-grains may take a little tweak in your lifestyle. White bread often contains more sugar and additives, so we might prefer it. However, if you're suffering from hemorrhoids, whole-grain foods are definitely the way to go.
Beans, Lentils, Green Peas, etc
Legumes, beans, lentils and green peas are all a must for any healthy diet. In fact, you might get up to 10 grams of fiber from a half-cup serving of beans, depending on which type of bean you choose. Their high-fiber content means that they're easier to move through your digestive system, stimulating your bowels and making for a more comfortable bathroom visit.
Nuts
Most us like a handful of peanuts, almonds, or brazil nuts as a snack. A serving of nuts can provide around 3 grams of fiber - so they can help to prevent hemorrhoids. However, it's worth noting that while nuts are healthy, delicious and nutrient-rich, they do contain a lot of calories. You can have too much of a good thing!
If you're used to snacking between meals, why not try replacing your unhealthy foods with a serving of nuts?
Dried Fruit
Fresh or dried fruit can make a great substitute for sugary snacks and can also prevent hemorrhoids thanks to their high fiber content. Eating dried fruit in particular can help deal with sugary cravings, as well as being a healthy snack. Like nuts, dried fruit can be high in calories, so you shouldn't eat too much of it, despite its digestive benefits.
It's not so much what is contained in the foods you eat that can make hemorrhoids worse, but what isn't contained in them. Foods without fiber can make constipation worse, which will make hemorrhoids worse. If you want to prevent hemorrhoids in the long run, limit the following:
• Dairy
• Meat
• Foods high in salt
• White bread (also bagels, or any other bakery-style product)
• Processed foods
In moderation, these foods are fine. They might not affect your hemorrhoids at all. However, too much unhealthy food in your diet will have an impact on your body.
Some medications, such as iron supplements, can also have an impact on hemorrhoids. This is because iron tablets may cause constipation, which is going to make the hemorrhoids worse.
Also, you should beware of introducing too much fiber into your diet too quickly. If you've decided that your diet needs more fiber, it can be tempting to start eating all the high-fiber foods all at once. This can be a lot for your digestive system to process, and it can cause problems with gas and bloating. Add a little fiber to your diet at a time, accompanied by at least 8 daily glasses of water. [r9Gl7od2vUk] |