Hemorrhoids during pregnancy are caused by hormonal changes and increase in blood circulation. It is another form of varicose veins experienced by women during pregnancy. Since constipation is one of the major causes of hemorrhoids, you should eat foods rich in fiber and increase your water intake.
Too much straining during constipation causes swelling in the anal area which leads to hemorrhoids. To prevent constipation and eventually hemorrhoids, eating oats and flaxseeds help maintain a regular bowel movement. You may also add prunes which have dihydroxylphenyl isatin, a laxative that can help soften your tools. Fiber binds well with water, so it is essential to increase your water intake while on a high-fiber diet. Other sources of insoluble fiber are brown rice, currants, dried raisins, figs, fresh peas and wheat.
During pregnancy, it is important that you get all the nutrients that you and your baby needs. Hemorrhoids should not hinder you from consuming foods that will nourish you and your baby. Fruits and vegetables should be an essential part of your diet, not only because of your hemorrhoids but also because of you and your baby’s health. Vitamin C, beta-carotene and antioxidants are just some of the benefits offered by fruits and veggies.
Fruits such as apples and buckwheat contain flavonoids known as Rutin which helps the veins in the anal and rectal area stronger. Citrus fruits also contain diosmin and heperidin which are also flavonoids. In addition, citrus fruits as well as tomatoes, melon, cucumbers, celery and water chestnuts promote hydration which also helps relieve the symptoms of hemorrhoids during pregnancy. Raspberries, mangoes, apples, oranges, strawberries and blueberries, spinach, squash, broccoli and cauliflower are fruits and vegetables that are not only rich in fiber but are also very nutritious.
When you have hemorrhoids, there are times when you see blood on your stool. This is due to the weak veins and tissues that break apart due to hemorrhoids. Due to this, foods rich in iron are also recommended such as chicken liver. Tuna is also great and contains Omega3 which is good for your heart. Kelp, prunes, sunflower seeds, pistachios sesame seeds, raisins, cooked Swiss card and baked potatoes are foods rich in iron and has high fiber content to help treat hemorrhoids.
In your kitchen, you’ll be surprised to know that you have common herbs that helps relieve symptoms of hemorrhoids. Onion, garlic and ginger are herbs that contain Fibrin which helps strengthen the affected tissues in your rectal area. Chicken, crab, barley, radish, cabbage and strawberries are foods rich in anthocyanins, which are pigments that help strengthen and tone the veins affected by hemorrhoids. It also reduces the pain and swelling associated to hemorrhoids.
To help minimize the symptoms brought about by this condition, a mixture of apple juice (4 ounces) and an equal amount of berry juice (dark) is a great help. You can drink this everyday to help reduce your piles. Before you undergo any diet for your hemorrhoids during pregnancy, it is important that you consult your doctor first for proper guidance.
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