The stool is a wonderful health aid for the entire family. it helps you to eliminate faster and more complete by putting your body into a natural squatting position over your own toilet. using the squatty potty during elimination will un-kink your taking your body from a continent mode to an elimination mode. this will speed up the elimination process therefore reducing the risk of toxic build up of fecal matter left in your colon. using the squatty potty for elimination will reduce straining and decreases the pressure. it will also reduce the risk of bowel herniation and other damage to the lower digestive tract. the squatty potty is attractive and will discretely tuck under your toilet bowl when not in use. its designed with a forward slant to ergonomically align the body for a comfortable and complete elimination. children love the squatty potty. it is an excellent toilet training aid. it provides them with a place to support their feet which helps to remove the fear of falling.