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The term 'hemorrhoids'
refers to a condition in which the veins around
the anus or lower rectum are inflamed & swollen.
Hemorrhoids generally result from straining to
move stool & can be caused by chronic constipation
or diarrhea. Basically, there are two kinds of
hemorrhoids, internal & external. According
to some authorities, one third of all adults have
hemorrhoids & in many cases are unaware of
having them. They are very common in both men
& women, & about half of the population
will have hemorrhoids by the age of 50.
A dry, hard, compacted
stool causes considerable straining for evacuation,
leading to increased pressure in the veins, resulting
in a ballooning out & breakdown of the vein
wall. The standard american diet (SAD), is one
of the greatest contributing factors. The best
way to prevent hemorrhoids is to maintain a healthy
colon & keep stools soft so they pass effortlessly.
Exercise, including walking, a high fiber diet
& drinking plenty of water helps reduce constipation
& straining by producing stools that are easier
to pass.
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