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5 Reasons Having Sex Is Better Than Being Skinny

Which is better, having sex or being skinny? We hope you chose having sex!

You can't tell me there is a female on this planet who hasn't tried to diet, or suck in, or shimmy into a pair of Spanx, all in the hopes of looking svelter—I for one have tried all three in spades. But I was still surprised when I read that according to a survey in by Fitness magazine, 51% of women would give up sex for a whole entire year if it meant they could be skinny. Say what?! Well gals, I'm the fat ambassador who has come to you to tell you that lean ladies have not cornered the market on earth-shaking, mind-blowing, down and dirty, can't walk straight the next day kind of sex. No matter what size you are, you can orgasm—and how!

Are You Really Not In the Mood?

Are You Really Not In the Mood?

A funny thing happens when you’ve been with the same person for a really long time.

Lila here~   A funny thing happens when you’ve been with the same person for a really long time.  Even if you still like them a lot, you may find that you’re just not that into having sex with them… or so you think.  Your libido may be waning, or there are too many other details on your mind between work and managing the home, or the kids are clamoring for attention; there are plenty of excuses not to hav

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9 Sex Positions That Enhance Emotional Intimacy

These sex positions help couples turn sexual intimacy into emotional intimacy.

Certain sex positions facilitate higher levels of emotional intimacy. These positions allow a couple to go beyond their sensory experience, intensifying the intimacy of their encounters and imbuing them with emotional meaning. Eye contact, kissing, caresses, trusting, watching . . . these are emotional complements to the physical experience, and these nine sex positions promote that beautiful, emotional connection.

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9 Reasons Couples Should Have More Sex

Sex produces a host of health benefits. Couples, here are nine reasons to have more sex!

Couples that have become complacent in their relationship or too caught up with other things may not realize the benefits of a healthy sex life, but sex is important for so many reasons, both physical and emotional. You may have heard that sex releases oxytocin, the "cuddle hormone," which makes you feel lovey-dovey and improves your bond with your partner. There are many other health benefits you may not be aware of. Here are 9 reasons you should be having more sex.

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The Power And Science Of Sexual Touch

What happens in our bodies when we touch each other sexually? Why is touch so powerful?

What happens in our bodies when we touch each other sexually? Why is touch so powerful? The unromantic answer is that when we touch, our brains are affronted with a deluge of chemicals that change both us and how we relate to our partner.

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What My First Time Taught Me About Sex

What did you learn the first time you had sex?

An obsessive-compulsive perfectionist shares a humorous account of virginity loss, and the lessons she learned from her first sexual experience.

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5 Ways Having Sex Makes A Couple Stronger

Five ways having sex makes you a better couple.

Wondering where the spark went in your relationship? Find it in the bedroom. When you're a couple, sex can be a great way to make your relationship stronger. Here, five ways sex is good for your relationship.

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Having Sex Vs. Making Love

What's the difference between "having sex" and "making love"?

Among my least favorite words and phrases in the English language are: 'date night,' 'panties,' and 'making love.' And among those, the worst offender is by far 'making love.' I've never understood why people can't just say 'having sex,' the sort of innocuous, less-pervy alternative. I mean, use whatever phrase you want with the person you're doin' it with, but in mixed company, 'making love' just reeks of things that are too private to share with others. (Am I the only one who immediately thinks of 'love juice' when I hear the term or is that a common word association?). Anyway, in case you were wondering what the difference is between 'having sex' and 'making love,' a sex-related Q&A column on MSN attempts to give the answer, after the jump.