I like Isaac Asimov and I'm a fan of civilization but do you know what sitting toilet

[apuleuis]

I'm not sure what Asimov has to do with it. Yes I have heard of this before. The Asian style squat toilet is seen as less civilized, but is actually better for you.

 

[Ted]

does to you? Read:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiatus_hernia