Suffering from hemorrhoids is really no picnic. A balanced, high-fiber diet can help relieve the side effects and prevent recurrences. Here are the right reflexes to put in place.

GOOD EATING PRACTICES

1. Make it rain seeds

Chia and flax seeds gel when in contact with liquid and soften stools. Sprinkle on salads, soups, yogurts or smoothies. Consider carrying a serving of walnuts , almonds or sunflower seeds , which contain fiber and essential fatty acids that can help calm inflammation. Plus, they are a healthy snack that is very effective against hunger!

 

2. Oil is a long, quiet river

Rich in omega-3 , rapeseed , flax and walnut vegetable oils have proven anti-inflammatory effects and act as an intestinal lubricant. They are therefore to be favored in the seasoning of your dishes. Oily fish oils (cod, herring, mackerel, sardines) are also highly recommended. Opt for food supplements if the strong fish taste bothers you. Omega-3 plays an important role in tissue regeneration . Regularly consuming oils helps strengthen the walls of the veins and helps better healing of the affected tissues.

 

3. Pamper your microbiota

Foods rich in ferments such as sauerkraut, kombucha, pickles and those rich in natural probiotics , or “friendly” bacteria such as lactobacilli and bifidus present in yogurts, dairy kefirs - easy to digest because low in lactose - protect the intestinal microbiota. They can prevent the appearance of hemorrhoids if consumed regularly.

 

4. Fruits, foods that are good for you

Rich in fiber and antioxidants , naturally laxative, they are good for the intestinal microbiota and the acid-base balance. Red fruits, especially berries, are particularly interesting against inflammation because they are rich in anthocyanins.

 

5. Turmeric, the star of your grocery store 

Thanks to the active molecules of curcuminoids that inhibit the enzyme responsible for the dilation of blood vessels created by inflammation, this superfood is a must-have for functional foods. Coupled with fenugreek , it allows better assimilation of curcuminoids by the body. If you do not have fenugreek, it must be mixed with a vegetable oil so that it is properly assimilated .

 

6. Drink plenty of water

This is obvious, but we can't say it enough. Hemorrhoids love dehydrated organisms . For the fibers in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes - food families to favor - to act as effectively as possible on transit, remember to drink about 1.5 to 2 liters of water per day.

WHAT TO AVOID

1. Alcohol and caffeine

They can make hemorrhoids worse. They dehydrate the body and harden stools, which increases venous pressure. Limit consumption of strong black tea and prefer green tea. Avoid energy drinks .

 

2. Spicy and hot foods

They can trigger hemorrhoids, accentuating the discomfort and the feeling of irritation.

 

3. Processed products high in salt, fatty foods and starches

Low in fiber , too salty and often fatty, ready meals, snacks, industrial pastries, fast food dehydrate the body. They are difficult to digest, can slow down transit and cause constipation, increasing pressure on the anal veins. Fried and fatty foods , cold cuts and certain cheeses should also be avoided.

4. Tight pants

In addition to being uncomfortable during symptoms, they can cause bleeding and prevent rapid healing.

5. Sitting too long 

This increases venous pressure and can lead to swelling and worsening. Being immobile for a prolonged period slows blood circulation, including to the anal area, and can cause blood to pool in the hemorrhoidal vein.