The Truth About the "Toxicity" of Constipation and the Treatment of Hemorrhoids: Two Methods to Eliminate the Source of Toxins, Kegel Exercises, and External Treatment with Yellow Eggs

If we compare the human body to a neighborhood, the large intestine is the essential "garbage can." If fecal residue isn't cleaned properly within the densely folded intestinal tract over a long period, it forms black, foul-smelling, and toxic "impacted feces." Traditional Chinese medicine considers impacted feces to be the root of many diseases; the toxic gases it produces can enter the bloodstream, irritating the skin and causing acne and swelling. Modern medicine further warns of the deadly risks of impacted feces: straining during bowel movements can cause a sudden increase in abdominal pressure and obstruct venous return, potentially triggering cerebral hemorrhage and myocardial infarction. Statistics show that about one-quarter of such serious illnesses are induced in the bathroom. Furthermore, long-term impacted feces is a significant contributing factor to colorectal cancer and anal fissures.

Clearing constipation requires a two-pronged approach: massage and diet. The first method is massage to promote bowel movements: rub the Zhongwan acupoint (13 cm above the navel), then circle the abdomen clockwise with your palm, finally coordinating with waist movements and Kegel exercises. The second method is targeted diet: Black fungus has a strong adsorption capacity; dried black fungus expands when soaked in water, increasing intestinal volume; drinking a cup of 60°C honey water on an empty stomach can accelerate intestinal peristalsis. The pectin and fiber in apples also help soften stool. Men should avoid excessive meat and sugar intake and eat more whole grains and fresh fruits.

Hemorrhoids are a common disease unique to humans, often described as "nine out of ten people have hemorrhoids." The most important detail in preventing and treating hemorrhoids is physical therapy. Practicing "walking on tiptoe" for 100 meters each morning and evening can effectively guide anal sphincter contraction and prevent venous congestion in the anus. After defecation, consistently washing the anus with cold water not only cleans the affected area but also promotes local vasoconstriction, preventing anal prolapse. For acute hemorrhoid bleeding caused by prolonged sitting and alcohol consumption in winter, massaging the "perineum point" on the inner side of the little finger's middle joint has remarkable effects.

A folk remedy for treating external hemorrhoids is known for its remarkable effectiveness: the rhubarb and egg formula. Rhubarb is a powerful purgative, specifically designed to expel heat from the anal area. Boil 50 grams of rhubarb in water, then add two eggs and cook for another 20 minutes. Eat one cooked egg each morning and evening, and use the remaining liquid to fumigate and wash the hemorrhoids at night. This combined internal and external approach, with rhubarb acting directly on the lower and middle parts of the body, can quickly relieve the pain and swelling of external hemorrhoids.

In addition, preventing hemorrhoids requires changing the habit of prolonged squatting while reading on the toilet and performing Kegel exercises (contraction exercises) 30 times each morning and evening. For those with severe constipation, Cistanche deserticola or Cassia tora can be brewed into tea. Persimmons are also a good companion for hemorrhoid sufferers; their astringent components can help stop bleeding. However, persimmons should not be eaten on an empty stomach to prevent the formation of "bezoars" in the stomach. Through these detailed management practices encompassing habit reshaping, acupressure stimulation, and natural dietary therapy, working men can effectively safeguard their reproductive health.