Below are some more home remedies that I have discovered and may be of use to some sufferers.

1. DRY FIGS

Soak about eight dry figs in a small amount (about two cups) of water overnight.  In the morning, halve the amount, eat the figs and then drink the water.

Why figs work.

Figs contain lots of fibre which is good for the digestion system and more importantly, contain high amounts of the mineral potassium.  Potassium is used for help in controlling blood pressure, and as mentioned before, this is a major contributor to haemorrhoids.

2. CUMIN

Take a teaspoon of cumin seeds and grind them into a powder (alternatively, just use powder).  Mix with a glass of water and drink.

Why cumin works.

Cumin also contains a high amount of the mineral potassium, and as mentioned above, helps control blood pressure thus relieving the pressure on the bowel.  It also contains other essential vitamins and minerals to maintain a healthy digestive system.

3. BITTER GOURD

The Bitter Gourd is also commonly known as Bitter Melon.  Simply take a tablespoon of the juice each morning mixed with a glass of water if preferred.

Why Bitter Gourd works.

Bitter gourd is high in vitamin B compounds and fibre, therefore making it good for the digestion.  It is also another high source of potassium.  The key element as to why this works for haemorrhoids is that it is excellent at aiding peristalsis.  This is the motion of the muscle which pushes food through the digestive system ensuring the haemorrhoid sufferer doesn’t experience hard stools which will aggravate their haemorrhoids.

4. SESAME SEEDS

There are several ways you can use sesame seeds.  The most popular is to boil about twenty grams of seed in five hundred ml of water.  Once the water has reduced to about a third of its original, remove and mash the mixture into a paste.  Mix with a bit of butter/margarine and eat.  The paste can also be used externally and applied directly to the haemorrhoids to reduce the swelling.

Why sesame seeds work.

Not only do sesame seeds contain valuable vitamins and fibre essential for digestion an diet, as most are aware, they also contain an incredible amount of copper.  Copper has excellent anti-inflammatory properties and is widely used as such which make sesame seeds a great all round remedy for the treatment of haemorrhoids.

For a complete comprehensive guide to haemorrhoids I recommend you take a look here.