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They’re the epitome of good personal hygiene
Many bidet converts say that it’s impossible to understand the benefits of a bidet until you try it for yourself. That clean, fresh feeling, they say, is irreplaceable, and they quite simply can’t understand how toilet paper will ever again suffice.
And they’re right – bidets are the epitome of good personal hygiene. Science backs this up.
Cleaning yourself properly after going to the toilet is essential, says Dr Austin Chan, from Boston’s Brigham Women’s Hospital. If we don’t clean ourselves properly, we risk leaving nasty bacteria behind, which we can inadvertently wipe into other places. Over time, this can lead to an increased risk of irritation and infection. Infections can be anything from a urinary tract infection to bacterial vaginosis.
And that infection may not stay confined to our nether regions, either. Research shows that bacteria can easily transfer onto our hands (especially since an alarming 95% of people don’t wash their hands properly after visiting the toilet), which can lead to anything from respiratory infections to hand-foot-mouth disease.
So it’s fair to say that bidets not only help us feel fresher, they actually have a higher scientific purpose in decreasing the risk of bacterial transfer and infection.
They’re especially good in certain situations. While bidets help anyone feel fresher anytime, they’re particularly beneficial in certain situations when we might be feeling particularly icky down there, or when we might need a bit more help.
There are lots of these ‘situations.’ For women especially, a bidet can be particularly wonderful when you’ve had a visit from Aunty Flo, or when you’re late in your pregnancy and finding that getting an arm around to wipe is a little more challenging than you’d like! Likewise, if you’re experiencing haemorrhoids for any reason, a bidet can be an absolute godsend.
Bidets are also likely to be your best friend if you’ve injured your shoulder or arm, making wiping that bit tougher, or if you’re unable to wipe for any other reason.
In a nutshell, if you’re looking to buy a bidet, know this: They’re excellent for personal hygiene science says). And you’ll particularly love them in many situations.