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7. Why do we sit down to poo?

Westerners may have embraced the sit-down toilet, but billions around the globe use toilets specifically designed for squatting. Ella Al-Shamahi investigates which way is best.

You might think sitting is a recent technological advancement, but both squat and sit-down toilets have been around for millennia. Today Westerners have embraced the sit-down toilet, whereas billions in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and even parts of Europe use toilets that are designed specifically for squatting. But which is better for us - sitting or squatting? Ella Al-Shamahi speaks to gastroenterologist Dr Rohan Modi who has been investigating the best way to do your business, and gets personal with comedian Eshaan Akba.

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  • Fri 9 Dec 2022 14:45
  • Thu 16 May 2024 21:45
  • Sun 19 May 2024 19:45

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