Evidence supporting the use of: Fiber blend (proprietary)
For the health condition: Hemorrhoids
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
A proprietary fiber blend is commonly used to support or treat hemorrhoids, and this application is primarily justified by scientific evidence. Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in the lower rectum or anus, often associated with straining during bowel movements, constipation, or prolonged sitting. Increasing dietary fiber intake—whether through a proprietary blend or individual sources—has been shown to improve stool consistency, increase stool bulk, and decrease straining during defecation. Multiple randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that fiber supplementation reduces the frequency of bleeding and the severity of symptoms in individuals with hemorrhoids. For example, a 2006 Cochrane review found that fiber supplementation led to a significant reduction in the risk of persisting symptoms and bleeding in hemorrhoidal disease.
Fiber works by softening stool and increasing its bulk, which facilitates easier passage and reduces the need for excessive straining—a major risk factor for hemorrhoid formation and aggravation. While a "proprietary blend" may vary in its specific fiber sources (such as psyllium, inulin, or methylcellulose), the core principle remains consistent: adequate fiber intake supports digestive health and alleviates some of the main causes of hemorrhoidal symptoms. Thus, the use of fiber blends for hemorrhoids is well-supported by scientific literature.
Other ingredients used for Hemorrhoids
AbrusAcacia
Achyranthes
Aconite
Aerva lanata
Aescin
Agrimonia pilosa
Agrimony
Ajuga
Alchemilla
Allicin
Allium tuberosum
Aloe vera
American Liverleaf
Amor seco
Angelica
anthocyanidins
anthraquinone
Antirrhinum majus
antler
apple
apple cider vinegar
apricot
Ardisia
aster root
avens
bael
Baliospermum
banyan
Barleria
Bassia scoparia
bayleaf
Bergenia
betel
bilberry
bioflavonoids
birch
Black Hellebore
black nightshade
black root
blackberry
blackboard tree
Blepharis
Borassus aethiopum
borassus palm
bran
Brassica
butcher's broom
cabbage
cactus
Caesalpinia crista
capsicum
Carthamus
castor oil
Celosia
chamomile
chard
chestnut
Chinese silkvine
Chondrus
cinquefoil
citrus bioflavonoids
Clerodendrum indicum
coconut oil
colocynth
commiphora
Cucurbita
Cyathula
Cynodon dactylon
dandelion
Dianthus
Diosmin
elephant\'s head
Embelia
escin
fiber
fiber blend (proprietary)
Ficus simplicissima
geranium
gotu kola
green chiretta
hazelnut
horse chestnut
Indian coraltree
Kokilaksha
labrador tea
lemon
lichen
licorice root
little ironweed
Lycopodium
Methylcellulose
Mezoneuron benthamianum
Morinda
Morning glory
Morus
Mountain Pepper
Mucilage
Myrrh
Nettle
Nimbidin
Nymphaea nouchali
Oak
Oligomeric proanthocyanidins
Onosma bracteatum
oregon grape
Oroxylum indicum
pagoda tree
Papayotin
parsley
paw paw
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
peony
Persimmon
phellodendron amurense
Pluchea
plum fruit
Polygonum
Portulaca
proanthocyanidins
prune
Prunus
psyllium
punarnava
rhubarb
Rosa laevigata
Rosabin
Rubia cordifolia
Ruscogenins
Ruscus
rutin
Rutosides
Sanguisorba
Sarivan
sea salt
seaweed
Shark Liver Oil
shepherd's purse
slippery elm bark
Sumac
Sword Bean
Szechuan lovage
Tamarind
Tannins
Taraxacin
Terminalia
Triphala
Troxerutin
turmeric
Varuna
vitamin C
Wax Gourd
Winter Begonia
Witch Hazel
Yellow Dock
Zinc
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by fiber blend (proprietary)
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Appetite (excessive)
Arteriosclerosis
Cardiovascular Disease
Blood in Stool
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cholesterol (high)
Colon (atonic)
Colitis
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Crohn's Disease
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diverticulitis
Fatty Liver Disease
Gas and Bloating
Hemorrhoids
