Hemorrhoids on its early stage should not be a major problem for sufferers because it can be treated with natural or herbal medicine. The symptoms can be controlled by some changes in your lifestyle or by following a good hygiene but the role of herbs in the treatment of your hemorrhoid is also significant. There are a lot of herbs like aloe vera which are proven safe and effective in treating the condition. One of the advantages of using natural preparations is it’s free from harmful ingredients which may cause allergies, itchiness and irritation, and other side effects.

Using herbs to cure your hemorrhoids will not be a burden to your pocket. Most of them can be found in your backyard. You can plant an aloe vera in your garden. In case you do not have an aloe vera plant, you can buy from a health store but be sure to purchase 100% pure and natural aloe vera extract.

The common problem of people with hemorrhoids is the discomfort brought by the condition. Itching and pain in the anal area can be avoided with the use of aloe vera. Inflammation is also cured when aloe vera gel is applied into the affected area. In order to get the health benefits from this plant, proper preparation should be observed.

Aloe vera can be used as a tonic or as a gel applied to the affected area. If you will be using it as a gel, wash the leaves with clean water and extract the gel from the leaves. It is recommended that you put the gel in the fridge overnight or store in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before applying it to the hemorrhoid. The coldness will help alleviate the inflammation. It works best when applied together with essential oils like lavender, cypress and frankincense.

A teaspoon of aloe vera gel and a drop of essential oil are already enough for every treatment. Use a cotton ball or cotton pad when applying the gel in your inflamed hemorrhoid. Put the essential oil on the aloe vera gel and spread it evenly and gently into the affected area. You can repeat this procedure everyday until the inflammation is cured.

You can also use the aloe vera gel as the base for hemorrhoid cream. Other herbs can be mixed together with the gel to increase its efficacy. A few drops of witch hazel extract, which is also known to help alleviate hemorroid symptoms, can be added to the gel to relieve burning and itching. Another option is to add butcher’s broom. This herb is also an effective treatment for inflammation and other vein problems. Extracts from horse chestnut will also help reduce the inflammation. However, there are some people who are allergic to the horse chestnut, so be careful in adding this herb to your hemorrhoid cream.

Drinking aloe vera juice will also help alleviate hemorrhoid symptoms. It helps soften the stools. You can drink 1/2 cup 3 times a day. To improve the taste of the aloe juice, you can add apple juice. If you have bleeding hemorrhoids, add 10 drops of barberry extract.

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