Archive - November 19, 2024

Let me start by painting a rather awkward yet all-too-familiar scene: a few years ago, I found myself in a very uncomfortable position—literally. I couldn’t sit for too long, walking felt odd, and let’s not even talk about using the bathroom. Yep, I was dealing with hemorrhoids, and at the time, I had no idea what caused them. I wasn’t pregnant, I hadn’t been lifting heavy weights, and yet, there I was, wincing every time I moved.

After some research (and a little embarrassment), I discovered that a few everyday habits—things I did without thinking—were likely to blame. And let me tell you, the realization was equal parts eye-opening and frustrating. How could something so seemingly small wreak so much havoc? Today, I’m sharing the nine common habits you might not realize are causing hemorrhoids. Trust me, knowledge is the first step to prevention!