Squatters Do It Better

When “nature calls” - defecation is natural and important to talk about because a clean, unobstructed colon is one of the most important prerequisites on the road to health and longevity. Constipation, hemorrhoids, and gastrointestinal problems are common in the modern world. Although diet is widely believed to be a contributing factor in these problems (eat your fibre!), lately attention has focused on the possible effects of toilet posture. 

Most cultures around the world favour the squatting position. Sitting on our standard toilets does not put us in this position. Squatting helps to align our anatomy, which optimizes urination and defecation. The squat position is the natural way to complete a bowel movement because it significantly increases the anal rectal angle which reduces any “kinks” in the pathway. 

When we sit, our “kink” increases which causes some people to strain to defecate fully. When we squat, the angle increases, allowing a straighter pathway for our stool to pass through. 

For Women-With a squatting posture, urinary flow is easier and stronger. When women squat to urinate, the bladder is able to empty more completely which can reduce the risk for urinary tract infections! -Pelvic floor issues. The sitting position causes increased pressure on the rectal angle, which then can cause the colon to push on the vaginal muscles. Squatting reduces this pressure and reduces pressure on pelvic floor nerves.