When Nature Calls, Don’t Wait

This can be tricky given that we aren’t all going to have access to a washroom when nature calls. That being noted, it’s super important that we don’t force our bodies to hold in waste once it’s ready to go. For those without hemorrhoids, holding in your stool puts extra pressure on your rectum and colon. If you’re already dealing with hemorrhoids then holding in your waste is only going to make the problem worse and last longer. Try to give yourself time in the morning to relax, stretch, drink a bunch of water and let nature run its course.

A big part of the trick here is getting regular and planning ahead. Believe it or not, there are lots of people who have their morning BM at pretty much the same time each day. You can have that too! Additionally, if you know you’re going to be spending lots of time in situations where a restroom is not available, try to plan a time where you can be near one and give yourself time to get the job done right.