Some people can't imagine going to the toilet without their phone.
However, few people realize the negative consequences of such practices.
It turns out that satisfying physiological needs with the help of a phone can affect our health.
For many people, taking care of their physiological needs is a good time to check the news and updates on social media.
According to a survey conducted by PR Newswire, as many as 73 percent. People use their phones in the toilet. This answer was given primarily by young people aged 18-29.
However, this seemingly trivial activity is not at all beneficial to our health. It is not only unhygienic, but can also make us sick.
Bacterial infections
When you go to the toilet, there is a risk of transferring bacteria and germs to the surface of the phone. In particular, the rubber case is prone to retaining bacteria.
It is this that can carry E. coli bacteria. All you have to do is touch them with an unwashed hand and then bring the phone to your face.
So after using the toilet, you should not only wash your hands, but also disinfect your phone. Unfortunately, most people forget about this second step.
Bowel problems and hemorrhoids
It is best not to spend more than 10 minutes a day in the toilet with your phone.
This is because using your phone to meet physiological needs can significantly extend your “sitting time.”
This can lead to constipation and even hemorrhoids. It's all about the unnatural position in which we read messages on our smartphones during defecation.
Even if you don't strain yourself, but just sit and think about something else, there is still some pressure on the veins. It is this pressure that can contribute to the formation of hemorrhoids.
Sitting on the toilet for too long can also cause bowel problems.
Peristalsis is the contraction of the intestines that moves stool through the intestines and into the rectum. But sitting on the toilet for long periods of time and doing nothing can interfere with the process.
Using your phone while defecating can also contribute to constipation.
If you sit on the toilet for a long time without having a bowel movement, your body may also begin to not recognize these signals, which can lead to constipation.
The best solution for our health is to stop using our smartphones while defecating.
However, if you cannot part with the device even during this activity, practice special hygiene and monitor the amount of time you spend on the toilet to avoid problems.
