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Why Do People Need the Toilet in Supermarkets? Doctors Explain the Science Behind the “Second Brain”

The Strange but Common “Supermarket Poop” Phenomenon Have you ever walked into a supermarket and suddenly felt the urge to poop? You’re not alone. What started as a funny urban legend in Taiwan has now been confirmed as a global phenomenon. From Taipei to Melbourne, shoppers have shared the same experience: stepping into a big…

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Constipation Could Speed Up Brain Aging by 3 Years

The Hidden Link Between Constipation and Your Brain Constipation isn’t just about stomach discomfort—it could also affect how well your brain works. A groundbreaking study published in Neurology (2023) tracked over 110,000 people and found that those who had fewer than three bowel movements per week experienced cognitive decline equal to three years of extra…

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