All articles tagged with #toilet habits
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Hindustan Times
Using smartphones in the bathroom increases the risk of hemorrhoids by 46%, prolongs sitting time, and can harm gut and pelvic health. Experts recommend limiting bathroom breaks to under 5 minutes and avoiding phone use to protect your health.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Times of India
Using a smartphone on the toilet can increase the risk of hemorrhoids and other health issues due to prolonged sitting, increased pressure on rectal veins, and poor hygiene habits. Experts recommend limiting time on the toilet and maintaining good hygiene to reduce these risks.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
A recent study suggests that using smartphones on the toilet may increase the risk of hemorrhoids, with two-thirds of surveyed patients reporting such habits and a 46% higher risk observed among smartphone users. Doctors warn that this common behavior could have health implications.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Times of India
Using your phone on the toilet can increase health risks such as hemorrhoids, infections, and pelvic issues due to prolonged sitting, pressure, and distraction. Limiting bathroom time and being mindful of habits can help reduce these risks.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Ynetnews
Using a smartphone on the toilet increases hemorrhoid risk by 46% due to longer sitting times and poor posture, with experts advising limiting bathroom time and listening to natural urges to prevent health issues.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by AOL.com
A study finds that using smartphones on the toilet increases the risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%, mainly due to prolonged sitting and pressure on rectal veins, with younger adults being more prone to the habit.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gizmodo
Using smartphones on the toilet can increase the risk of hemorrhoids by prolonging sitting time, which puts pressure on rectal veins. The study suggests limiting toilet time and avoiding phone use during bathroom breaks to reduce this risk.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
A study suggests that using smartphones on the toilet increases the risk of hemorrhoids due to prolonged sitting and pressure, with smartphone users spending more time on the toilet and reporting less exercise, though more research is needed to confirm causation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
Doctors suggest limiting TikTok use on the toilet to two videos to reduce the risk of haemorrhoids, as prolonged phone use increases time spent on the toilet and pressure on anal tissues, potentially leading to piles. A study found toilet scrollers are 46% more likely to have haemorrhoids, emphasizing the importance of mindful bathroom habits.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by EurekAlert!
A study published in PLOS One found that using a smartphone on the toilet is associated with a 46% higher risk of hemorrhoids, likely due to prolonged sitting and increased pressure in anal tissues, suggesting that limiting smartphone use during bathroom visits may reduce hemorrhoid risk.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
A new study links smartphone use on the toilet to a 46% increased risk of hemorrhoids, highlighting the health risks of prolonged sitting and poor posture during bathroom breaks, especially with mindless scrolling. Experts recommend limiting toilet time to 3-5 minutes and avoiding phone use to reduce hemorrhoid risk.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab warns about the risks of using phones on the toilet, as prolonged sitting and straining can lead to an increased risk of developing hemorrhoids. He also highlights the exposure of phones to bacteria from the toilet. Dr Salhab advises limiting phone use in the bathroom, using a stepping stool to facilitate easier passage of stool, increasing fiber intake with fruits, and considering supplements like psyllium husk. He emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and warns about the presence of harmful bacteria on smartphone screens.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Mirror
A Harvard-trained stomach doctor warns against using your phone on the toilet, as it can lead to health risks such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and rectal prolapse due to prolonged sitting and pressure on the rectum and anus. Additionally, phones can be breeding grounds for bacteria, with one in six phones found to have fecal matter on them. While over 65% of adults take their phones into the toilet, it is advised to avoid scrolling and, if necessary, to clean the phone with disinfectant afterward. Mindlessly scrolling in the bathroom also increases the risk of dropping the phone into the toilet.