Awkward Question: “I always pee before sex, but I can’t and don’t get to the other side of the sensation because it’s distracting as hell. Your body tenses up and your muscles clamp down…”
Under normal circumstances, this not-so-uncommon phenomena take place when your partner is pressing down on your bladder during intercourse. However, if you tinkled before hopping into the bed, you’d be surprised to know what may be triggering the sensation.
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Several sexual positions stir up internal sensations that scare many women into thinking they might spray the sheets. This feeling can be caused by your partner’s penis putting pressure on your bladder. But, as you suspect, it could also be a sign that he’s stimulating your G-spot. To find out what’s causing the need-to-pee feeling, go to the bathroom before you get frisky. If the gotta-go urge creeps up when you’re between the sheets, make a beeline for the loo. While this might slow down the momentum of your lovemaking, it’s better than letting wet-the-bed worry completely kill the mood.
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If you’ve emptied your bladder and still feel like you have to tinkle when you get back to business, your man has probably hit your G-spot jackpot. You may notice it most when having sex from behind, if you’re on top or when you’re lying under him with your pelvis slightly lifted. Once the G-spot is stimulated to the point of swelling, the feeling ordinarily subsides and, with further massaging, could lead to a body-quivering, mind-blowing orgasm. For some women, G-spot stimulation causes spontaneous emission of a somewhat clear fluid (that’s not urine) from the urethra, before, during, or after coming that can range from a few drops to amini-flood. While female ejaculation is a hotly debated issue, many women claim to have experienced it.
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The best way to understand how your G-spot works — and to figure out how to max out your pleasure — is to do some solo investigating. Lying on your back with a towel underneath you, spread your legs and insert your middle finger into your vagina. About halfway between your vaginal opening and cervix, you’ll likely feel a very sensitive dime-sized patch of tissue at the 12-o’clock position on your front vaginal wall. Using a “come here” movement, rub your fingertip against the spot. If the peeing sensation starts after several strokes, you’ve hit your erotic bull’s-eye.
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While you may be tempted to stop, the trick to reaching the next level of titillation, and ultimately a colossal climax, is to keep going. For an even more spine-tingling thrill, rub your clitoris at the same time. The more in tune you are with this G-spot-generated sensation, the easier it will be to tell the difference between actually having to pee and being on your way to an awe-inspiring orgasm.
Kimi Says: The urge to pee during sex has been linked to the mythical experience of“Squirting,”which may not only surprise you – but amaze your partner as well!
Note: Never ignore your body; if you feel that this sensation may be caused by something not discussed in this article, be certain by visiting a licensed physician as soon as possible. Until then, abstain from sex if the sensation is followed by pain or intense discomfort.
As an avid vibrator buyer, a post about vibrator materials is near and dear to my heart. I’ll never forget my first vibrator experience, it was truly an adventure. I was excited to shop for mine, but not everyone is as open to browsing sex stores in such an open atmosphere. Consider online shopping as an option to entering the sex toy realm. Don’t be scared – you’re totally anonymous 🙂
Nuff Love,
Kimi
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Just like a car, there are different vibrator materials available for everyone. You like smooth lines? Squishy materials? Something hard and firm that you can use hot or cold? The first step in buying a good vibrator is knowing what they’re made of – so let’s take a walk down that aisle you’ve been afraid to walk down…
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Hard Vibrators – ABS Plastic:
These are your standard issue egg/bullet vibrators. This hard vibrator material provides a stronger buzz, since there’s nothing soft to cushion the impact. Plastic vibrators are very smooth and sleek. Plastic vibrators tend to be excellent for penetration – providing a firm and fulfilling experience. But their lack of flexibility makes them less effective when it comes to clitoral stimulation.
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Latex Vibrators
This material is one step up from the plastic vibrators. While still relatively cheap, latex gives the vibrator user many more options. Latex vibrators are firm enough for deep penetration, but these sex toys have more give and a little more flexibility than their plastic counterparts. Due to the friction caused by latex, lubrication is a must when using this material. Anyone with an allergy to latex is recommended to avoid vibrators containing it. Latex is often used when making vibrating penis rings and other sex toys requiring stretchability.
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Jelly Vibrators
Jelly vibrators provide an excellent balance between usability and cost, making this the material of choice for many mid-range and luxury vibrators. Jelly is easy to mold and color, which creates great options for people with various tastes and styles. Jelly is a very pliable material that has on overall smooth, soft and even supple feel to it. Despite their name, jelly vibrators are not “goopy” and have a consistency similar to a hard-boiled egg. They are very effective at penetration, and shift to accomodate many different spaces.
Cyberskin vibrators are prized for their highly realistic feel and appearance. This special material comes very close to replicating the feel and appearance of human skin, especially after you hold these vibrators close to your body to warm them up. Because of its realistic look and feel, cyberskin is commonly used in high-end adult toys and realistic vibrators. It combines the soft give of jelly vibrators with the firmness of latex vibrators. Cyberskin vibrators do require some specialized cleaning.
Silicone Vibrators
Silicone is a high quality material that is rapidly revolutionizing the vibrator industry. Silicone is prized for its durability as well as its superior hygienic properties. Silicone can put up with a great deal of stress and hard-use while retaining its original shape and qualities. Silicone vibrators tend to be more expensive because these models are meant to last for years of intense usage. For the most part, silicone vibrators are soft and firm and feel very comfortable whether used for penetration or clitoral stimulation. Silicone vibrators are also easy to clean.
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Glass Vibrators:
Glass vibrators provide a delicately firm sensation and an experience like none other. Warm your vibrator in hot water to take advantage of the heat absorbing properties, or stick it in the fridge for a refreshing chill. Glass sex toys are non-porous and thus completely hypoallergenic. The intricate design and unique material makes the perfect gift for a special friend.
Don’t be afraid to explore your vibrator options; there is something for every walk of life. Ordering online is a discreet, safe and fast way to shop for sex toys and pleasure related items. Check out ouronline storefor more products designed to fit your needs.
Not just because it includes “Mouths Down” my favorite pre sex act – but because in most instances the orgasms are often deeper and more breathtaking than the ones I receive from penetration. Every so often we need to slow it down and not rush into sex; allow your tongues to explore not just the genital anatomy of your partner but their entire physical makeup. Gently lick from their earlobes and trace their cheek bone to their bottom lip and suck on it before you go in for the kiss…
Yeah your blood’s pumping now isn’t it? Well, get comfy folks and taste the rest of my thoughts as I share some tips on this erogenous experience.
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First thing’s first, foreplay does not start the moment you see each other. It starts the moment you’re out of sight. I like to think of it as that all day anticipation of the expectation of some good extra loving. You know that sexy text you get while at work
“my nipples miss your touch” or “my mouth is wet at the thought of licking your head” OW!
It has been my experience that these messages are best went sent at a moment your partner least expects. You can also leave them sexy voicemails on their cell phones and even text them naughty pics of your sexy bits if you are in a trusting relationship. Emails also work, so long as you keep it off company domain.
With the mental fornication underway, when you’re face to face, make it a point to prolong this experience as much as you can physically take. Ladies, you want his penis to drip sweet nectar long before your lips get there, and fellas you want her to feel her g-spot pulse while your tongue licks the outline of her nipples.
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Kissing
Clearly your lips, play an important role in kissing, it is important to remember not be too stiff or to lose. Maintain adequate moistness and please do not try to lose your tongue in your partner’s throat. Keep it sexy, yes kissing is between the lips but it’s also fun to break the kiss and tease your partner with your bottom or top lip, kiss their chin and cheeks. Use your hands to hold their face, moan into it so they know how good you feel; nothing is prohibited in terms of where you can place your lips, from the tops of their heads to literally the soles of your feet and tips of your toes. Make it fun and make it flirty.
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Fondling/Manual Stimulation
Personally, I love to be fondled – this is another common foreplay technique. You remember back in high school when that boy you were crushing on would grab a cheek full of your booty meat? Well, same concept except you’re older now and its no longer taboo, lol. Ever wake up and just hold on to your man’s member for no real reason other than its right there? Stroke it gently and watch it grow while laying your head on his bare chest. Or men, your girl’s in the kitchen washing the dishes and you walk up on her and rub your hands over her ass in a circular motion; whispering sexy things in her ear. Feeling kinky? Next time your partner’s on the phone slip your hands into their pants and let your fingers do the talking as you stare at them quietly and intently and see how aroused they become. If they try to hang up the phone – stop!
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Nipple Play
Let me talk to the men right quick; some of you do not spend enough time getting to truly know the female breasts. You need to become one with them the same way you become one with the pussy when you are eating it. Don’t be afraid to lick all up under her breast, stuff it in your mouth and suck it from deep in your throat, massage it gently – don’t bite the nipple off (_-). Mush them together, rub them up and down. Kiss them in the center. Run your tongue over its entire being.
*Rings out underwear*
If you follow all these steps WHILE you’ve got penis rubbing on her thigh, I promise you she is going to beg for it.
You can thank me later. Ladies, there are some men who enjoy the nipple play as well, it’s all a matter of knowing your partner’s preferences.
Oral Play
I <3 giving Felatio. check out Yaya Ellis as she delivers her semen…I mean sermon on the art of suck-seed-ing here.
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If you don’t see nothin’ wrong with a little butt ‘n’ grind, then Bunz Bee’s got all you need to help you slide inside those cheeks here.
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Create a Mood
Whether its music, candles, lighting, flower petals or satin sheets; the mood sets the tone before you do anything else. Plan a sexy evening every once in a while. Eat dinner in the buff. Blindfold and feed your partner. Shower together or take it outside to the backseat of the car. Share your desires with your partner and then make it happen. Pull out the handcuffs and the feathers, vibrators, lube, sex dice or sex games. Whatever it is that brings you pleasure.
Just to recap, when it comes to foreplay – nothing is off limits. Learn your partner’s body, likes, and dislikes. Each sexual encounter should supersede the last. It’s ok to send naughty texts! Don’t be afraid to try anything once with your partner so long as you are comfortable. Remember to take it slow and make it deliberate, allowing for a memorable experience.
One more thing before I let you practice what I have just preached remember to have safe sex!
Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which support the uterus, bladder, small intestine and rectum. You can do Kegel exercises, also known as pelvic floor muscle training, discreetly just about anytime.
Start by understanding what Kegel exercises can do for you — then follow step-by-step instructions for contracting and relaxing your pelvic floor muscles.
Why Kegel Exercises Matter:
Many factors can weaken your pelvic floor muscles, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, aging and being overweight.
You might benefit from doing Kegel exercises if you:
Leak a few drops of urine while sneezing, laughing or coughing
Have a strong, sudden urge to urinate just before losing a large amount of urine (urinary incontinence)
Leak stool (fecal incontinence)
Kegel exercises can be done during pregnancy or after childbirth to try to prevent urinary incontinence. Kegel exercises — along with counseling and sex therapy — might also be helpful for women who have persistent difficulty reaching orgasm.
Keep in mind that Kegel exercises are less helpful for women who have severe urine leakage when they sneeze, cough or laugh. Also, Kegel exercises aren’t helpful for women who unexpectedly leak small amounts of urine due to a full bladder (overflow incontinence).
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How to Use Smart/Kegel Balls:
1. Insert the first of the two kegel balls into the vagina, string facing down. When you have become comfortable with the first ball, continue to insert the second ball. Always leave the string outside the vagina. If both are too intense at first, start off with one inserted and the other outside the vagina.
If you are experiencing severe incontinence, please see a licensed physician immediately. Depending on the severity of each case, a doctor may be able to select more effective treatments for you.
Chlamydia; Hard To Spell, Even Harder to Talk About…
It’s one of the diseases you’ve only read about in schoolbooks, but it is very real. Chlamydia infection is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States. Sexually active individuals and individuals with multiple partners are at highest risk. Get to know the symptoms, then how to prevent transmission.
What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium, Chlamydia trachomatis, which can damage a woman’s reproductive organs. Even though symptoms of chlamydia are usually mild or absent, serious complications that cause irreversible damage, including infertility, can occur “silently” before a woman ever recognizes a problem. Chlamydia also can cause discharge from the penis of an infected man.
How common is It?
Chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial sexually transmitted disease in the United States. In fact, in 2010 1,307,893 chlamydial infections were reported to CDC from 50 states and the District of Columbia. Under-reporting is substantial because most people with chlamydia are not aware of their infections and do not seek testing.
Also, testing is not often done if patients are treated for their symptoms. An estimated 2.8 million infections occur annually in the U.S. Women are frequently re-infected if their sex partners are not treated.
How Do People Get It?
Chlamydia can be transmitted during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Chlamydia can also be passed from an infected mother to her baby during vaginal childbirth.
Any sexually active person can be infected with chlamydia. The greater the number of sex partners, the greater the risk of infection. Because the cervix (opening to the uterus) of teenage girls and young women is not fully matured and is probably more susceptible to infection, they are at particularly high risk for infection if sexually active.
Since chlamydia can be transmitted by oral or anal sex, men who have sex with men are also at risk for chlamydial infection.
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What are the symptoms?
Unfortunately, it is not easy to tell if you are infected with chlamydia since symptoms are not always apparent. But when they do occur, they are usually noticeable within one to three weeks of contact and can include the following:
Symptoms in women
Abnormal vaginal discharge that may have an odor
Bleeding between periods
Painful periods
Abdominal pain with fever
Pain when having sex
Itching or burning in or around the vagina
Pain when urinating
Symptoms in men
Small amounts of clear or cloudy discharge from the tip of the penis
Painful urination
Burning and itching around the opening of the penis
Pain and swelling around the testicles
What Complications Can Result From Untreated Chlamydia?
If untreated, chlamydial infections can progress to serious reproductive and other health problems with both short-term and long-term consequences. Like the disease itself, the damage that chlamydia causes is often “silent.”
In women, untreated infection can spread into the uterus or fallopian tubes and cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID happens in about 10 to 15 percent of women with untreated chlamydia. Furthermore, this infection can also cause fallopian tube infection without any symptoms. PID and “silent” infection in the upper genital tract can cause permanent damage to the fallopian tubes, uterus, and surrounding tissues.
The damage can lead to chronic pelvic pain, infertility, and potentially fatal ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus). It may also increase the chances of becoming infected with HIV, if exposed.
To help prevent the serious consequences, screening at least annually for chlamydia is recommended for all sexually active women age 25 years and younger. An annual screening test also is recommended for older women with risk factors for chlamydia (a new sex partner or multiple sex partners). All pregnant women should have a screening test for chlamydia.
Complications among men are rare. Infection sometimes spreads to the epididymis (the tube that carries sperm from the testis), causing pain, fever, and, rarely, sterility.
Rarely, genital chlamydial infection can cause arthritis that can be accompanied by skin lesions and inflammation of the eye and urethra (Reiter’s syndrome).
Finally, if you are experiencing symptoms of Chlamydia or have had unprotected sex and are unsure of your status – see a licensed physician immediately.
From the Writer’s Desk: I felt the need to address a lot of the negative comments towards my first video, because it’s crucial that everyone knows the severity of unprotected sex. If you’re not in a committed relationship it’s even more dangerous for you. To hear educated adults saying that condoms are not cool, or not necessary blows my mind! With that being said, I’m getting dressed up for Halloween – I’ll let the video speak for itself. You guys and gals be safe! I mean that!
Urban legends, myths and rumors are never the wise way to make decisions about anything, especially birth control. There is so much false information about birth control circulating in the cafeterias, break rooms and social networking places across the world. Take a look at some of the myths and the facts that prove them wrong.
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Myth No. 1: Taking the Pill causes weight gain.
Worry about weight gain as a birth control side effect is a common concern among women contemplating hormonal birth control methods.
It shouldn’t be, says Andrea S. Fernandez, MD, section head of general obstetrics and gynecology at the Women’s Health Center of Excellence at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, N.C. While every woman responds differently, most women on standard birth control pillregimens will not gain weight because of the Pill. And focusing on a healthy lifestyle — eating well and exercising regularly — can help keep the weight off.
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Myth No. 2: Fertility is affected when you go off hormonal contraceptives.
Rumor has it that you spend all that time and energy trying to prevent pregnancy, only to find that it’s harder to get pregnant after you get off the Pill. But the truth is: While there may be a slight delay in the return of your fertility, no permanent harm will have been done — infertility is not a birth control side effect.
“Once ovulation resumes, you can become pregnant,” says Dr. Fernandez. “About 50 percent of women will ovulate in their first month after stopping birth control pills. Most women will begin to ovulate in the first three to six months after stopping the Pill.”
Myth No. 3: You should not take birth control pills continuously.
Taking a break can help women in certain situations, such as those who are having breakthrough bleeding, and stopping pills for four to five days will get you back on track. “Beyond that, women who are taking traditional birth control pills on a cyclic basis don’t need to take a break from pills unless they want to conceive,” says Fernandez.
If you do temporarily stop taking the pills for any reason, remember that pregnancy is possible — use back-up birth control methods, such as condoms, if you don’t want to become pregnant.
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Myth No. 4: Taking the Pill will lead to breast cancer.
Because breast cancer is tied to hormones, women often worry that an increased risk of breast cancer could be a birth control side effect. Unfortunately, this is one side effect that is not all myth.
“According to recent studies presented by the American Cancer Society, women who are using birth control pills have a slightly greater risk of breast cancer than women who have never used them,” says Fernandez. However this risk only exists while you are actually taking the Pill. “Women who stopped using the Pill more than 10 years ago do not seem to have any increased risk.”
Myth No. 5: You can’t get pregnant if you have sex during your period.
Not true: Your body can release an egg at any time during your cycle. “While during your period is the most unlikely time for ovulation, women can get pregnant after having sex during their period. Remember that sperm can live in the vagina or uterus for up to six days under the right circumstances,” says Fernandez.
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Myth No. 6: Breastfeeding prevents pregnancy.
Sorry — another popular myth debunked. While it’s true that breastfeeding can stop ovulation for a while, it is not one of the guaranteed birth control methods.
“Continuous breastfeeding may induce what’s known as lactational amenorrhea [no period] for the first four to six months after delivery, but even then this is only about 95 to 98 percent effective,” says Fernandez. If you are breastfeeding, talk to your doctor about your birth control options.
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Myth No. 7: Douching after intercourse prevents pregnancy.
Douching is the process of washing out your vagina. Women mistakenly believe that this can flush out sperm and even sexually transmitted diseases, but Fernandez advises against douching in general and specifically notes that douching does not prevent pregnancy or infection. Instead, you may just be making yourself uncomfortable. “Douching can irritate the vaginal walls, removing both the good and bad bacteria within the vagina,” she warns.
Myth No. 8: You can’t get pregnant during your first sexual encounter.
Yes, you can. Pregnancy occurs when egg meets sperm, and that can happen at any point in your sexual history. “It only takes one sexual encounter to become pregnant. You can get pregnant as easily from your first sexual encounter as you can from your hundredth,” says Fernandez.
Myth No. 9: You won’t get pregnant if your partner pulls out before ejaculating.
Unfortunately this is not a guaranteed birth control option. This approach, called the withdrawal method, requires that the man takes his erect penis out of the woman’s vagina before he has an orgasm.
“It is about 75 percent effective, meaning one out every four women using this as her only form of birth control will become pregnant in a year,” says Fernandez. The reason for this relatively high failure rate is that sperm may be released before the man or woman is aware of it.
Myth No. 10: Birth control also protects against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
When planning protection for sexual activity, you have two issues to consider: pregnancy prevention and infectious disease protection. Not all birth control options provide protection against the transmission of infections. In particular, hormonal birth control methods offer no STD prevention.
“The only forms of birth control that protect against STDs are barrier forms such as condoms,” says Fernandez. And some barrier birth control options still leave you at risk for STDs. Even a perfectly placed latex condom can only protect what it covers.
Other Myths Include:
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I won’t get pregnant if we have sex standing up or if I am on top.
Some people believe that having sex in certain positions, such as standing up, will force the sperm out of the woman’s vagina. In truth, positions during sex have nothing to do with whether or not fertilization occurs. When a man ejaculates, the sperm are deposited well into the vagina. The sperm will, by nature, begin to move up through the cervical canal immediately after ejaculation.
You can use plastic wrap or a balloon if you don’t have a condom.
Plastic wrap and balloons are not good to use as condoms. They don’t fit well and can easily be torn during sex. Condoms are specifically made to provide a good fit and good protection during sex, and they are thoroughly tested for maximum effectiveness.
I won’t get pregnant if I take a shower or bath right after sex, or if I urinate right after sex.
Washing or urinating after sex will not stop the sperm that have already entered the uterus through the cervix.
The pill is always effective immediately after you begin taking it.
In some women, one complete menstrual cycle is needed for the hormones in the pill (oral contraceptive) to work with the woman’s natural hormones to prevent ovulation. Some doctors recommend using a back-up method of birth control the first month of taking the pill.
When trying to make informed decisions about the right birth control options, talk to your doctor and get information from reliable sources. When it’s a matter of your health, only the facts will do.
From the Writer’s Desk: It was brought to my attention that lemon water decreases a woman’s sex drive over time, and since I sip the mixture daily – I got a little concerned. Not one to buy into myths and urban legends, I decided to do a little research and share it with you guys. So, today’s question is – does eating certain foods increase (or decrease) your sex drive? I might have to test each one and find out 🙂
Overactive and under-active libidos are often a point of contention between partners in relationships. Many couples are reluctant to speak with doctors or therapists about differences in their sex drives, but there is a way to help the issue at home. There are certain foods that are known to decrease the libido, and are advised for those who feel that their drive is too high, and contraindicated for those who feel their drive is not high enough.
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Libido Busting Foods:
Carbohydrates and Fats
Carbohydrates and fats are heavy foods that have been proven to lead to arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Hardening of the arteries is a condition in which plaque builds up along the walls of the arteries, which decreases their elasticity, increasing blood pressure as a result, and decreasing blood flow to parts of the body. Sufficient blood flow to the genitals is a very important component of sexual desire. An excess of blood is necessary to inflame the genitals for sexual excitement and activity, so a decrease in the flow of blood would prevent the desired stimulus, sensitivity and response.
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Fried Foods
While discouraged in any healthy diet, fried foods are also known for decreasing the libido. Fried foods contain trans fats, also known as hydrogenated fats. Hydrogenated fats have been found to decrease testosterone, which is vital for normal libido and sexual function. Testosterone serves many purposes in the body, one of which is to prompt sexual desire and regulate sex cell production. Not only do hydrogenated fats reduce testosterone, but they have been proven to increase the number of abnormal sperm in animals.
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Alcohol
While I not necessarily a food, alcohol is still one of the primary substances known to decrease libido. It is also a surprising entry on the list for many people. Despite the number of people who engage in sexual activity as a result of alcohol, that activity is more due to decreased inhibitions than increased libido. Alcohol is known to decrease sensitivity and to lower sexual response, and so can be a useful tool in decreasing libido when desired, but should be avoided if desire levels are already low.
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Medications
Also not a food, but part of a person’s daily intake, certain medications are also known to decrease libido. Many common drugs have the unfortunate side effect of interfering with the normal levels of sexual desire in the patient in question, due to a variety of factors. The most common culprits for this are antidepressants, blood pressure medications, diuretics and some medications that treat ulcers. While these wouldn’t be used to intentionally decrease a person’s libido, it is important to be aware of the effect of medication for someone that is trying to avoid substances that lower their level of desire further.
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Boost Your Libido With These Foods:
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1. Celery Stalks –
While celery may not be the first food that comes to mind when you’re thinking sex, it can be a fantastic source food for sexual stimulation. This is because it contains androsterone, an odorless hormone released through male perspiration and turns women on. How to enjoy this libido food: Celery is best eaten raw. Wash and cut some, and munch away.
Kimi Suggests: Dip in a little peanut/almond butter to offset the bitter taste 🙂
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2. Raw Oysters –
This is one of the classic aphrodisiacs. Oysters are high in zinc, which raises sperm and testosterone production. Oysters also contain dopamine, a hormone known to increase libido. Also, the experience of shucking a raw oyster is erotic. Try incorporating it into your foreplay — feed her and have her feed you. The slippery taste sensation and the mere act of sucking should get you both in the mood. How to enjoy this libido food: Scrub the shells thoroughly to get any dirt or bacteria off. Pry them open with an oyster knife and place them on a bed of ice, squeeze some fresh lemon onto them if you like, and then start sucking away.
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3. Bananas –
Bananas contain the bromelain enzyme, which is believed to increase libido and reverse impotence in men. Additionally, they are good sources of potassium and B vitamins like riboflavin, which increase the body’s overall energy levels. How to enjoy this libido food:Place them on a dish in various states of “undress” and have your lady slowly eat some for you. Then gobble yours down and get to work.
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4. Avocado
The Aztecs called the avocado tree “ahuacatl,” or “testicle tree.” While avocados can indeed look like that body part, they contain high levels of folic acid, which helps metabolize proteins, thus giving you more energy. They also contain vitamin B6 (a nutrient that increases male hormone production) and potassium (which helps regulate a woman’s thyroid gland), two elements that help increase libido in both men and women.
How to enjoy this libido food:Cut one in half, scoop out the insides with your fingers, and then get your woman to lick it off.
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5. Almonds (and other nuts)
Almonds are a prime source of essential fatty acids. These are vital as they provide the raw material for a man’s healthy production of hormones. Additionally, the smell of almonds is purported to arouse passion in females. Try lighting some almond-scented candles to encourage her mood and snack on some (but not too many) yourself to store up energy for your performance. How to enjoy this libido food: Eat them raw (with no added salt or sweetness). Or, crush some fresh almonds and sprinkle them on your salad to get the energy you need.
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6. Mangoes, Peaches and Strawberries What can be more fun than sinking your teeth into a drippy, sticky-sweet fruit? Probably doing that as a prelude to (or during) sex. All of the above fruits and their shapes, textures and succulence are erotically suggestive and can be fun to use amid foreplay. Try dribbling the juices over your bodies and licking up the residue as an erotic game. It makes for a great (and tasty) way to discover each other’s bodies. How to enjoy this libido food: Peel the mango, cut the peach and slice up some strawberries, and feed your woman while she’s giving youoral sex.
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7. Chocolate Aside from the fact that it is the surest way to a woman’s vagina, chocolate also contains theobromine — an alkaloid — that is very similar to caffeine. It also contains phenylethylamine, a chemical believed to produce the feeling of “being in love.” So, when your woman talks about how good chocolate makes her feel, there is some science behind it. In addition, dark chocolate has a massive amount of anti-oxidants, which are great for the body in general, as they help maintain the immune system.
How to enjoy this libido food: From chocolate bars to chocolate fondue, as long as it’s chocolate, you and your woman will be in for a tasty session.
In the daily throws of life, it’s not unusual to feel less than fresh “down there.” Working out at the gym, trying new soaps/ body washes, wearing tight clothes; all of these are factors that affect the pH of vaginas everywhere. The popular remedy for this is to douche (as discussed here), but lately women are discovering that this method is quite unhealthy. Now, everyone is on the quest to find remedies that will maintain freshness in the most natural way possible.
A general consensus with the medical world shows that baking soda douches are a safe and effective way to treat many vaginal infections, including Candida (yeast infections) as well as Bacterial and Cytolitic vaginosis. Try this out once a week until symptoms disappear:
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Baking Soda Douche:
Mix 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda with 4 cups of warm water. A
douche bag, which can be purchased at most pharmacies, is then
used to infiltrate the vagina with the solution. Or, you can
purchase baking soda douches over the counter at most
pharmacies.
– Douche twice weekly for two weeks.
b. Alternatively, if douching would be difficult due to lack of private
bathroom facilities, fill empty gelatin capsules with baking soda
and insert one capsule intravaginally, twice weekly for two weeks.
As discussed previously, all vaginas are different – which means specific treatments may work better than others for certain women. Another option is for Vaginitis relief:
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Vaginitis Relief:
2 quarts of luke warm water
¼ cup apple cider vinegar or 10 drops essential oil of tea tree
Combine ingredients in a 2 quart douche bag and proceed as usual. Please visit your doctor if symptoms persist.
Vaginitis relief douche is good for external itching and burning and cleans excess vaginal discharge. Use no more than 1 to 2 times per week. This mixture takes approximately 2 minutes to make and it leaves the skin feeling fresh and clean.
Gelatin capsules can be purchased at health food stores.
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Just want a little freshening?
Freshening Douche:
2 quarts water
2 tablespoons peppermint, rosemary or yarrow
Boil water and remove from heat. Next add your herb of choice, cover and steep for 2 hours. Strain and pour into douche bag. Proceed as usual.
The freshening douche is a good general cleanser and does an excellent job refreshing. Use no more than once per week. This douche takes a little longer to prepare than the vaginitis relief douche but the results will speak for them selves.
Try these natural remedies for a healthy alternative to the conventional douche. If you cannot get your hands on an actual douche bag, purchase a regular douche from any pharmacy or convenience store, thoroughly pour and wash the contents out – and replace them with your mixture.
If you are experiencing pain, irritation or unusual odor from your vaginal region, seek professional advice as soon as possible.
Also known as “fever blisters,” cold sores are one of the most prevalent transmittable diseases in the nation. About 90 percent of adults worldwide — even those who’ve never had symptoms of an infection — test positive for evidence of the virus that causes cold sores.
Cold sores tend to be a socially isolating disease, because they are extremely visible while active. Educating yourself on the disease may be the difference between transmitting and avoiding it.
What are cold sores?
Cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, are groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red, swollen, and sore. The blisters may break open, leak a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few days. They usually heal in several days to 2 weeks.
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Both virus types can cause sores around the mouth (herpes labialis) and on the genitals (genital herpes).
The herpes simplex virus usually enters the body through a break in the skinaround or inside the mouth. It is usually spread when a person touches a cold sore or touches infected fluid-such as from sharing eating utensils or razors, kissing an infected person, or touching that person’s saliva. A parent who has a cold sore often spreads the infection to his or her child in this way. Cold sores can also be spread to other areas of the body, primarily the nose and chin areas.
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What are the symptoms?
The first symptoms of cold sores may include pain around your mouth and on your lips, a fever, a sore throat, or swollen glands in your neck or other parts of the body. Small children sometimes drool before cold sores appear. After the blisters appear, the cold sores usually break open, leak a clear fluid, and then crust over and disappear after several days to 2 weeks. For some people, cold sores can be very painful.
Some people have the virus but don’t get cold sores. They have no symptoms.
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How are cold sores diagnosed?
Your doctor can tell if you have cold sores by asking you questions to find out whether you have come into contact with the virus and by examining you. You probably won’t need any tests.
How are cold sores treated?
Cold sores will usually start to heal on their own within a few days. But if they cause pain or make you feel embarrassed, they can be treated. Treatment may include skin creams, ointments, or sometimes pills. Treatment may get rid of the cold sores only 1 to 2 days faster, but it can also help ease painful blisters or other uncomfortable symptoms.
The herpes simplex virus that causes cold sores cannot be cured. After you get infected, the virus stays in your body for the rest of your life. If you get cold sores often, treatment can reduce the number of cold sores you get and how severe they are.
How can you prevent cold sores?
There are some things you can do to keep from getting the herpes simplex virus.
Avoid coming into contact with infected body fluids, such as kissing an infected person.
Avoid sharing eating utensils, drinking cups, or other items that a person with a cold sore may have used.
Remember, not everyone’s cold sore is triggered by the same thing. But there are seven common factors that may cause your cold sore outbreaks. Want to avoid them before things get ugly? Read on.
Fight Fatigue
Like stress and illness, fatigue can sap your immune system, making you easy prey for a cold sore outbreak. In today’s hectic world, feeling “beat” can give cold sores the advantage. So relax. Exercise. Sleep. And give your immune system a fighting chance.
Stay Calm
Sure, stress messes with emotions. But stress can also wear down your immune system, giving that dormant cold sore a chance to launch a sneak attack. Fight the urge to stress out. Instead, breathe deeply and relax.
Keep Warm
Protect yourself from the cold. Wear a scarf or pull up that turtleneck to avoid exposure to cold weather, dry air and winter wind that can dry out lips.
Shade Yourself
Go on the offensive against sun exposure. Ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage your skin and lead to a cold sore. So fight back with a good sunscreen, a wide brimmed hat and a beach umbrella.
Know Your Hormones
For women, hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can trigger an outbreak. Pay attention to your own hormonal cycle to manage stress. And give yourself a fighting chance against flare-ups by keeping a tube of Abreva® handy when you’re feeling that your hormones may trigger an outbreak.
Protect Your Mouth
Trauma to your mouth or lips can launch a cold sore outbreak. Could be an injury. Could be a dental procedure that pulls at the sensitive area around your mouth. If this is one of your triggers, make your dentist an ally and join forces to minimize trauma.
Stay Strong
A fever, a cold or the flu can leave you feeling run-down and on the defense against a cold sore outbreak. When you feel a cold, fever or flu coming on, listen to the experts and get plenty of rest and fluids. It could be just what you need to KO a cold sore.
