How to Avoid Getting Hemorrhoids

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By eHow Contributing Writer

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Hemorrhoids affect up to 75 percent of all Americans. They are swollen veins around the anus and rectum and can be internal, external or a combination of the two.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Walking Shoes
Food/exercise Journals
Bottled Water
Dried Fruits
Pinto Beans
Vitamin C
Health Club Memberships
Home Gyms
Vitamin C

Step 1

Eat a high-fiber diet to prevent constipation, which is one of the primary causes of hemorrhoids. Wheat bran, nearly all vegetables, whole grains and beans are all high in fiber.
Step 2

Drink eight glasses of water a day.
Step 3

Get regular exercise. Walking is perfect if you don't feel like joining a gym.
Step 4

Avoid straining when you have a bowel movement.
Step 5

Try not to sit or stand for lengthy periods of time without changing position.
Step 6

Learn proper body mechanics when it comes to lifting heavy objects. Not only will you protect your back, but you can help ward off hemorrhoids.
Step 7

Get plenty of vitamin C in your diet. This is important for maintaining strong capillaries and veins.

Tips & Warnings

If you have any questions or concerns, contact a physician or other health care professional before engaging in any activity related to health and diet. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

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