Piles – three food swaps that could prevent haemorrhoids

Piles are swollen blood vessels found inside or around the anus, according to the NHS. In most cases, the symptoms of haemorrhoids are very subtle, and most people don’t even know they have them. When symptoms do occur, patients may find blood after passing a stool, have an itchy bottom, or have a mucus discharge […]

Haemorrhoids – FOUR ways to prevent painful piles through diet and exercise

Piles could be prevented by eating more fibre-rich foods Straining while passing a stool increases your risk of haemorrhoids Exercising regularly and going to the toilet when you feel the urge could lower your risk Almost 75 per cent of people experience piles from time to time Haemorrhoids – also known as piles – are […]