Best toilet posture for constipation relief and smooth bowel movements: Gastroenterologist’s advice
Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab suggests that mimicking a squatting position on the toilet can alleviate constipation. Raising your feet with a stool straightens the anorectal angle, relaxing the puborectal muscle for easier stool passage. This posture, combined with a high-fiber diet, hydration, and exercise, promotes healthier digestion and reduces straining during bowel movements.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab suggests that mimicking a squatting position on the toilet can alleviate constipation. Raising your feet with a stool straightens the anorectal angle, relaxing the puborectal muscle for easier stool passage. This posture, combined with a high-fiber diet, hydration, and exercise, promotes healthier digestion and reduces straining during bowel movements.
