🚽 Think scrolling on the loo is harmless? Think again! Gut health expert Dr Megan Rossi is sounding the alarm on a common bathroom habit that might be causing more harm than you know. Here’s the scoop:
💡 Spending over 10 minutes on the toilet, whether you’re captivated by a novel or your newsfeed, may mess with your gut! Dr Rossi breaks it down:
1️⃣ Haemorrhoid Hazard: Sitting too long puts pressure on your veins down there. Add a bit of straining, and hello, haemorrhoids!
2️⃣ Pelvic Floor Pressure: Your pelvic floor muscles support your bladder, bowel and other organs. Too much pressure can weaken them, potentially leading to leaks or tougher times in the loo.
3️⃣ Bowel Confusion: Lingering too long can even disrupt your natural signals. Forcing it or waiting too much can worsen constipation and confuse your gut-brain link.
🚫 Bottom line? Keep those bathroom trips short and sweet to avoid these uncomfortable issues.
So, next time you head to the throne, think twice about bringing your phone!
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