What is the Proper Pooping Position

The standard toilet is a great invention for sanitization, but there is a problem. When we sit on the toilet, it puts a kink in the puborectalis muscle. This muscle acts as a sling, and keeps cargo inside, so we don’t randomly drop it. When if go to the bathroom, this muscle is supposed to be completely relaxed, but the standard toilet prevents this from happening by putting a kink in the muscle. This can result in constipation. Our ancestors have always been in a squatting position, as well as many people around the world now. The squatting position allows for the puborectalis muscle to completely relax. Putting ourselves in a squatting position on the toilet is optimal. All you have to do is use a stool to put your feet up. Squatty Potty is a very popular brand that does this for you.

Problems With the Conventional Toilet

1. Cardiovascular strain this comes from pushing to hard, and perhaps light headedness.

2. Nerve damage from access strain. This can also lead to incontinence.

3. Pelvic floor issues, such as prolapse. Hernias can also occur.

4. Hemorrhoids do to pushing and strain.

5. Colon cancer do to not eliminating completely.

Other Ways to Have a Healthy Bowl Movement

1. Resistant starch

This is a type of starch that is resistant to being digested, thus feeding your microbes. Some great sources are tiger nuts, green bananas, and heated and cooled potatoes.

2. Hydration

Hydration is important to prevent constipation. Constipation usually results in things being stuck, and not able to move. Water helps move things along.

3. Movement

Movement creates movement. Exercise and movement moves the lymphatic system, which is your extracellular waste management system. Moving helps detoxify and have your body work better overall.