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For the first time in history, scientists have mapped out the areas of the female brain that correspond with the pleasure of physical stimulation. Erogenous zones such as the nipples, vagina and clitoris stimulate different parts of the sensory cortex for information processing. The link between the nipples and genitals, that they have found, explains why some women can reach
Endurance athletes may choose to fuel up on carbohydrates and rev up their glycogen stores before a big event. Canada’s ninth fastest female marathon runner, Nicole Stevenson, offers these tips to help you with loading: 1) Do a trial load to see how your body responds. 2) Consume primarily carbohydrates for two days before the event. 3) On race day
The journal Nature Communications recently reported that the company Instep Nanopower is on the move to harness mechanical energy from walking to create a longer lasting cell phone battery. Through a concept called reverse electrowetting, Instep users would plug their phone into a tiny USB port in their shoes. “The battery of that device would last much, much longer” and
Looking for a healthy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Why not try this delicious Chocolate Dipped Raspberry Shake! Packed with nutrients and high in Protein this awesome shake will have you wanting more! The best thing about it is its quick to make too! Chocolate Dipped Raspberry Shake By Mitzi Young 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 1 cup unsweetened
Treating yourself to some new workout duds has been shown to increase athletic performance both mentally and physically. “If something fits and feels great and you look great in it, especially before you reach your fitness goal, you’re much more likely to put it on and go to the gym,” says psychotherapist and personal trainer Jane Baxter. It is recommended
Studies conducted by The University of California Human Performance Center show that your run of the mill cardio machine probably isn’t being truthful about how many calories you burn. In fact, the elliptical overestimated calories by 42 %, treadmills by 13 %, stair climber by 12 % and stationary bike by 7 %. Most cardio machines don’t ask or measure
Scientists believe that having children is linked to a smaller likelihood of death by cardiovascular disease. Research published in the journal Human Reproduction showed a 17% increase in cardiovascular related death in childless men. Assistant professor of urology at Stanford University, Dr. Michael Eisenberg notes that the connection can’t quite be established as cause and effect just yet. It is
Research from the University of Alberta released late last year pointed to emotional maturity level as having an important impact on sexual health in University. After surveying first year students over the time span of eight months, doctoral student Andrea Dalton, along with her supervisor Nancy Galambos found that students who were mature received more of the positive benefits associated
Researchers at the University of Texas have spent five years compiling and ranking a list of 237 reasons why men and women have sex. Among 1,500 college students asked to list their top five choices based on their sexual experiences, the number one answer was simply, “I was attracted to the person”. “It’s refuted a lot of gender stereotypes …
