The japs could make and sell great cameras, audio equipment and many other great products. These were all for the rich Americans.( I was making $120 am month an an e-2 in the Navy) Most locals could not afford any of these things nor did they want any of this crap which would destroy their culture.( and it did)
I make no excuses about not buying their toilets other than I'm not rich enough nor laxy enough to pay $2,000 for a crapper.
Squatting To Eliminate Is Healthier
We are hardly the first to feel strongly about this: doctors, naturopaths, and assorted holistic health professionals have pointed out the hazards of the modern toilet for years. There is empirical evidence that suggests that elevating your feet during elimination is healthier.
The modern day toilet is convenient, but has one major fault; it requires us to sit. While sitting to do our business may be considered “civilized”, studies show the natural squat position improves our ability to eliminate. Better elimination may decrease many modern day ailments including bloating, straining, hemorrhoids and constipation.
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