Psyllium (Plantago ovata) husk can help with hemorrhoids because it helps fix a root cause of hemorrhoids which is constipation. According to a 2017 study in Digestive Diseases and Sciences:(source 1) Chronic constipation is the root cause of hemorrhoids and chronic anal fissure.
Therefore, by addressing this key issue, constipation, psyllium husk can effectively relieve hemorrhoids.
The late, renowned herbal medicine expert Dr. James A. Duke (more on Dr. Duke from the USDA), in his book The Green Pharmacy,(source 2) discusses how he has personally experienced hemorrhoid flare-ups from constipation. Dr. Duke said all four of his family members experienced hemorrhoids; and, more so when they strayed from the high fiber diet they have at home.
According to Dr. Duke The best way to deal with hemorrhoids is to prevent them, and the best way to do that is to prevent constipation.
How to Take Psyllium Husk for Hemorrhoids
As stated, the way psyllium relieves hemorrhoids is by reducing constipation. So to do this, it is important to take it in the correct way.
For psyllium to have a beneficial effect it is requisite that you drink enough water with it when you take it. Psyllium husk will absorb the water it is in contact with and swells up. The water in the psyllium is not taken in by the upper intestines and progresses to the colon.(source 3)
The extra water in the material in the colon makes the stool softer and bulkier; and, psyllium is a bulk laxative for this reason.
To get a good effect, and ultimately relieve hemorrhoids, you should aim to take at least 20 g of psyllium husk with 500 mL of water on a daily basis.(source 3)
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Psyllium for Constipation
Psyllium fiber is a proven natural remedy for constipation, and is what the popular fiber supplement Metamucil® is made out of. There is a lot of research validating this truth, and it is a great, gentle approach to healing constipation.
The exact mechanism of action that makes psyllium husk work for constipation may still remain illusive; yet, it more than likely has to do with it being a bulk laxative. It is also possible that the way it interacts with gut bacteria could contribute to its laxative ability.
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Psyllium Husk for Constipation
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Research on Psyllium for Hemorrhoids
A 2013 study in the Annals of Colorectal Research(source 4) looked at how pregnant women would respond to psyllium supplementation in terms of hemorrhoids, constipation, and anal fissures. The study had 2,092 participants successfully complete the study.
The study found that using the psyllium powder laxative, women saw lower rates of hemorrhoids, constipation, and anal fissures. These results were statistically significant.
An earlier study, published in 1982 in Diseases of the Colon & Rectum,(source 5) also looked at how psyllium dietary fiber would impact hemorrhoids. The participants in the study receiving psyllium took 20 g a day with water and taken before meals in three equal doses. This treatment was done for 6 weeks. A total of 51 participants completed the study.
The study found that the psyllium fiber greatly reduced bleeding, defecation pain, itching/anal secretion, and prolapse.
The overall assessment of the patients showed that 84% of those taking psyllium stated their symptoms were either gone or better.
A 2017 study in Minerva Gastroenterologica e Dietologica(source 6) looked at how a defecation correction practice, known by the acronym "TONE," could help with hemorrhoids. According to the study's authors, TONE stands for:
- T: Three minutes of time spent at defecation
- O: Once a day bowel movement
- N: No straining while passing a stool
- E: Enough fiber
According to the study, the "E" part of TONE can be done by supplementing with 5 to 6 teaspoons of psyllium husk with 600 mL of water each day.
This study involved 102 participants with advanced hemorrhoids, with an average age of approximately 46 years. All those who participated had symptoms of prolapsed hemorrhoids; and, bleeding episodes were present in 71.8% of participants.
The study conducted a follow up at 12 to 96 months and found:
- 68.2% of the patients were highly satisfied and 12.9% were moderately satisfied.
- Prolapse improved in 56.5%, and did not get worse over time in 25.9%.
- Instances of bleeding were lowered from 71.8% to 29.4%.
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Side Effects of Psyllium & Dosage Guidelines
Although we already discussed taking in plenty of water and other fluids as a key thing to remember about using psyllium (as not doing this can cause pretty bad constipation), there are some other concerns.
This topic is outside the scope of this article, but Herbsey does have an entire evidence-based overview of the side effects and dosage guidelines for this herb. If you have time, check out the link below to get the facts on how to be safe when using psyllium.
Side Effects of Psyllium & Dosage Guidelines
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About the Author
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