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RUTIN is a natural bioflavonoid present in citrus fruits, apricots, blueberries and blackberries. Rutin has strong anti-inflammatory properties, and prevents bleeding due to weakened vessels. Widely used in Europe to treat hemorrhoids, it strengthens the walls of blood vessels, preventing hemorrhoid bleeding. |
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DIOSMIN is a bioflavonoid present in the figwort plant. Diosmin is useful in treating chronic venous insufficiency, hemorrhoids, lymphedema and varicose veins. Used for over 30 years as an anti-inflammatory and vascular-protecting agent, it has been proven to be very effective in treating hemorrhoids. |
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HESPERIDIN is a bioflavonoid found in lemons and peppers. Hesperidin has anti-inflammatory effects. Hesperidin improves capillary and connective tissue health, varicose veins and fragile capillaries. Several clinical trials have shown Diosmin and Hesperidin complex to be effective in healing hemorrhoids. |
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HORSE CHESTNUT trees grow in Europe. It contains Aescin, a substance that helps keep veins strong and elastic, which helps prevent the pooling of blood. By strengthening and toning the veins and reducing swelling, the painful, inflamed hemorrhoid (a swollen vein itself) will recede. Commission E (the equivalent of the United States' FDA) is the German health authority that approved the use of Aescin for hemorrhoids.
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BILBERRY grows in Europe and is similar to blueberry. The bilberry improves blood flow and circulation. Since poor blood circulation is a cause of hemorrhoids, the bilberry can prevent or improve painful swollen piles. |
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CHAMOMILE has a calming and regulatory effect on the digestive system. Chamomile's properties are great for indigestion and diarrhea, reducing irritated piles from irregular or frequent bowel movements. It also relieves stress and anxiety. Chamomile contains flavonoid apigenin. Its anti-histamine effect prevents itching. |
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PLANTAIN is an herb that has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It heals, controls bleeding and fights bacterial infections. It also relieves itching and swelling of inflamed piles. |
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NATTO EXTRACT - Nattokinase is an enzyme derived from boiled soybeans and natto bacteria. Since painful swollen hemorrhoids are usually caused by a blood clot, Nattokinase enhances the body's natural ability to fight blood clots. It has an advantage over blood thinners because it has no reported side effects. Nattokinase prevents blood clots from forming, and dissolves existing blood clots quickly, thus relieving pain and discomfort. |
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BUTCHER'S BROOM is an evergreen bush native to the Mediterranean region and northwest Europe. Steroidal saponins are responsible for the medicinal actions of butcher's broom. They strengthen and tone the veins
and act as a mild diuretic. Butcher's broom extracts also have an anti-inflammatory effect and constricts blood vessels, which makes it a great herbal remedy for hemorrhoids. |
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