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This Toilet Device Tracks Health Better Than Wearables ft. Scott Hickle | Dr Karan

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Dec 5, 2025
Scott Hickle, co-founder of Throne Science, discusses groundbreaking health-monitoring technology that turns your toilet into a health tracker. He reveals how stool and urine can provide vital insights into hydration, stress, and even early signs of diseases like colorectal cancer. Scott explains the hidden biomarkers in our waste and emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring over one-time snapshots. Discover how this innovative device could transform preventive medicine and potentially save millions of lives.
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INSIGHT

Waste Is A High‑Fidelity Health Signal

  • Stool and urine contain rich biomarkers (microbiome, inflammation markers, color, form) that reflect many organ systems.
  • Scott Hickle says waste is a high-fidelity marker of metabolic, endocrine and neurological health.
INSIGHT

Personal Baseline Beats Population Ranges

  • Personal baseline matters more than population ranges for bowel frequency and form.
  • Throne aims to help users find their personal normal by continuous tracking.
ADVICE

Monitor Trends, Not Single Readings

  • Track bowel habits continuously rather than relying on single snapshots.
  • Use trends over time to detect insidious changes before they become critical.
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