"For Best Toilet Health: Squat or Sit? from Mercola.com"Is the Western toilet in part responsible for problems like hemorrhoids, constipation, IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease), appendicitis, and even heart attacks?
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As globalization continues to make its way across the world, squat toilets are being converted to sitters. For example, Thailand's Health Ministry just announced it will replace squat toilets with the sit-down varieties at all public facilities.3 This may be a bad thing for public health, as a wide range of health problems have been associated with the transition from squatting to sitting. In fact, health problems potentially stemming from the sitting position include ... Appendicitis Constipation Hemorrhoids Incontinence Colitis Crohn's Disease Diverticulitis Contamination of the Small Intestine Gynecological Disorders, including Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Uterine Fibroids Colon Cancer Hiatal Hernia and GERD Pregnancy and Childbirth Prostate Disorders Sexual Dysfunction Reduced Risk of Cardiac Events." [Emphasis mine.]
Squatty Potty
"Using the squatty potty provides a stable platform to elevate the feet and legs, allowing greater hip flexion and straightening out the anorectal angle (kink).Using the Squatty Potty:
- Will unkink your rectum taking you from a continent mode to elimination mode
- Will allow for easier elimination and efficiency to empty the bowel
- Help reduce episodes of constipation and help those who suffer from chronic constipation
- Reduce gas and bloating making you feel lighter & healthier."
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