There’s something sacred about an extended bathroom break. Peace. Quiet. Uninterrupted scrolling. But a poop should last “no more than three minutes at a time,” as experts previously told HuffPost — and if you’re struggling to go, this $25 purchase for your bathroom could be a game-changer.Not only can straining for a stool be a sign of something more serious going on in your gastrointestinal tract, but it can lead to certain medical issues like pelvic floor trauma, hemorrhoids or anal fissures. According to expert insight from previous HuffPost reporting, people in many Asian and African countries use toilets positioned closer to the ground, with the squat form being a standard way to go. And it turns out it’s working for them. According to research from the Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility, India and China report rates of constipation as low as 1.8% and 8.1% respectively in 2017 and 2022, whereas the ailment affects up to 20% of adults in the United States. The best part is that you don’t need to invest in a whole new low-to-the-ground toilet to benefit from a satisfying stool. Positioning users into a natural squat is the Squatty Potty, the beloved foot stool (pun not at all intended) designed to prop up your legs on a standard-height toilet. And while one user states the brand’s self-proclaimed ability to “unkink your colon” sounds dramatic, “the repositioning is noticeable,” they said. “Your body just works better in that angle.”What is the Squatty Potty, exactly?No, the Squatty Potty won’t have you regressing into actual potty use. Rather, it’s an easy-to- clean plastic stool that curves around the base of your toilet for easy positioning. It’s built to move pressure away from your rectum, allowing gravity to help pass stool through the digestive tract more efficiently so you can stop poop scrolling and start living.It comes in two heights — 7 inches and 9 inches — with the former being best suited for those dipping their toes into a squat position and toilets 14 to 16 inches from the floor to the top of the bowl, and the latter ideal for users more accustomed to squatting and toilets 16.5 to 18 inches high. Squatty Potty / Via AmazonFurther keeping you secure in position is the dedicated soft textured surface that helps grip each of your feet, along with a non-slip rubber base, so you can move things along with confidence. Second to its ability to help provide much-needed relief, the best part about the Squatty Potty is that no assembly is required, and it can last up to a decade, according to one reviewer. Why does the Squatty Potty work?The idea behind the Squatty Potty is that sitting “normally” with your knees bent at 90 degrees places the U-shaped puborectalis muscle in a state of flexion, which assists with fecal and urinary continence (the act of “holding it in”). Here, the squatting position facilitated by the Squatty Potty helps loosen and straighten said muscle for an easier way to go. That means less time straining and scrolling in the bathroom and more time getting back to doing what matters.It’s important to note, however, that while the Squatty Potty can do wonders in helping you eliminate fully, it’s not a catch-all solution. Experts told HuffPost Life to pair proper positioning with other stool-promoting lifestyle factors like adequate hydration, at least 25 grams of fiber per day and regular exercise to stay, well, regular.For an efficient way to eliminate, don’t just take it from us. Check out the glowing 5-star reviews from pleased Squatty Potty users below.“Before this 7-inch white plastic monolith entered my life, I was doing it all wrong. The Squatty Potty aligns your internal plumbing like a rare celestial eclipse, turning a daily struggle into a frictionless masterpiece. It tucks perfectly around the base of the toilet, wipes clean in seconds, and doesn’t look obnoxious in the guest bath. If you want to sit there feeling like a majestic gargoyle unleashing pure, unadulterated relief, buy this stool immediately. Your colon will write you thank-you notes. 10/10 highly recommend for anyone who eats food.” — Jay“Our family tried all the DIY stand-ins — laptop desks, baskets, random stools — and none compare to the real thing. This one is sturdy, comfortable, no assembly required and slides neatly under the toilet when not in use.” — All In Amazon“I was skeptical, but I’m now a convert. This thing works! For me, talking about what happens on the toilet is a little embarrassing but here goes. My hippie sister wanted one of these for her birthday and I thought it was probably a waste. But after my most recent hemorrhoid flair up, I was willing to look into any possibilities. Two of my sisters told me that if you assume this squatting position, your poo just “slips out.” I’d much rather treat my hemorrhoid problem than just put on creams to treat the symptoms. My family has a history of colon problems, and this can’t hurt - in my non-medical opinion. Anyway, if you were skeptical, like me, I’d suggest you try it. Totally worth what I paid.” — T. C. “We have had it a few weeks and every bowel movement has been good size and complete BM’s. Sounds gross but pooping is how we remove toxins, so I am raving about this seat! So, if you are struggling with bowel issues and looking for relief, this is it! I cannot say enough about it. Many people have confessed to me they struggle and hopefully they will use this to get relief themselves without drastic measures.” — Dawn “I cannot tell you how much this simple little item has changed my bathroom experience. With the Squatty Potty, I feel that when a poop is about to come about, it slides on out. I feel that my bowel movements are EASILY MORE REGULAR and to be honest, that’s about as easy as I can make this. If I feel the need to poop, unlike before when I would sit... and sit... and sit... I now find that I sit and (if I feel there is poop that needs to come out) I pull out the Squatty Potty with my feet and almost 100% of the time it comes out, at least something does. This is compared to years of sitting on the toilet with MOSTLY nothing coming out or when something finally does come out I have a numb butt.” — HaRebecca