Eat balanced meals and stay active every day: Yes, it’s true that one of the greatest methods for treating hemorrhoids is to remember to eat properly, take liquids, and get active in some way, every day. If the body’s system stays hydrated and fit, it stays regulated as well, and constipation probably won’t be such an issue with you. And if you didn’t have hemorrhoids before, this can definitely cause them. If you already suffer from them, the straining to pass hard stool when constipated can make them worse. As far as daily exercise is concerned, simple activities, such as walking for a few minutes each day, or even taking short breaks at the office to move around and stretch, does wonders in keeping the digestion system functioning properly - and helps move everything right along.