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What a Clean House Will Do For Your Sex Life

TresSugar — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:11 PDT

Cleanliness is now next to sexiness. A new study found sex between married couples increases with time spent cleaning. Though men can contribute, researchers saw the biggest increase when the wife was behind the vacuum.

Housework is not the only laborious aphrodisiac; busy work schedules have their own benefits. Data from the National Survey of Family Households revealed sexual activity also increases with time spent working paid jobs. So much for the too-busy excuse?

Do you believe it?

Bella Beauty Tip: Freshen up with Rosewater

BellaTV — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:20:58 PST

Celebrities like Evangeline Lilly use rosewater to soothe skin and stay refreshed throughout the day. In this week's Bella Beauty Tip, Zelana covers the benefits of rosewater and recommends two of her favorite sprays: Jurlique's Rosewater Balancing Mist and Home Health Rose Water.

Get Ready to Blush, It's Sexy Quiz Time

FitSugar — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:00:22 PST

If there is any excuse to connect with your lover, Valentine's Day is a good one. Besides its pleasurable side, sex has some health benefits too - as if you needed an excuse. Think you know why all that kissing and rubbing is so good for you? Take my quiz to find out . . .

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Why Does Asparagus Affect Your Urine?

FitSugar — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:00:00 PST

This Valentine's Day, maybe some of you are saving money by cooking a romantic dinner at home. If you're trying to get the love flowing between you and your partner, maybe you're considering steaming some asparagus since it's considered an aphrodisiac. While its phallic shape is said to “stir up lust in man and woman,” it can also stir up some interesting issues with your body. Forty to 50 percent of asparagus eaters experience an odd side effect after eating this green veggie - smelly urine. Don't stop eating asparagus though if this happens to you, because the effect is completely harmless. Plus you'd be missing out on a really nutritious veggie that's packed with vitamins A, C, K, and folate.

If you're curious to know why this happens,

read more. This odiferous phenomenon happens during digestion. There's a sulfur compound in this veggie known as mercaptan, which is also found in rotten eggs, onions, garlic, and the secretions of skunks. After eating asparagus, your body breaks down the veggie, and the compound gets released, causing the odor you smell when you use the bathroom. As I've said before, it's nothing to worry about, so this Valentine's Day, don't let this little issue prevent you from sharing a few spears with your lover. Source

Fruits and Veggies to Get You in the Mood

FitSugar — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:30:00 PST

Being romantic doesn't have to mean being unhealthy. My pals at FruitandVeggieGuru.com have created a great list of food that will help you get in the mood for love. And yes, they are all fruits and veggies! So if you’re on the prowl for a healthier love potion this Valentine’s Day, you might want to try some of these foodstuffs, with their suggestive shape or color.

Off To Market: Romantic Meatless Dinner

partysugar — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 10:35:18 PST

One of my best guy friends, Enrique, recently started dating one of my best girl friends, Elizabeth. Now Valentine's Day is coming up and Enrique asked me to help him plan a romantic surprise dinner for her (isn't that incredibly sweet? He's such an awesome guy!). He is a moderate level cook who likes to experiment in the kitchen, but needs me to come up with a meatless meal (Elizabeth doesn't eat meat, but fish is okay). He is mostly used to cooking dishes based with chicken, pork, or beef, so could use some ideas. Now I'm a hyper carnivore myself and that's why I need your help! I want you to send me your best romantic, aphrodisiac, vegetarian (or fish) recipes to create this menu: first course (appetizer), second course (soup/salad/pasta), third course (entrée), and fourth course (dessert). Post your recipes in the recipe database tagged with the phrase, Romantic Meatless Dinner. If you know a great wine that pairs perfectly with your dish, save it in the Yum Market with the same tag.

To learn how to save recipes or Yum Market finds on TeamSugar read geeksugar's easy to understand guide.

10 Sexy, Healthy Foods For Valentine's Day

FitSugar — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:01:18 PST

The search for sexy foods is an ancient pursuit, and aphrodisiacs come in many healthy forms - with skins, peels, and shells. And healthy living and romantic meals aren't mutually exclusive. We've rounded up 10 foods considered sexy for their suggestive shape, texture, or color, and found recipes so you can add them to your romantic Valentine's meal. If you're on the prowl for a healthier love potion, check out these sexy, healthy recipes that might just help you get in the mood.

5 Aphrodisiacs to Set the Mood Right Tonight

Susannah Chen — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 03:33:21 PST

If it's really true that 70 percent of women and men expect to get hot and heavy tonight, then dinner should have one mission: to make the two of you swoon. We've offered the lowdown on healthy foods that'll stimulate sex drives - but what foods do chefs put on the menu to help you get in the mood?

To find out, we turned to David Bazirgan, who's no stranger to sexy meals. As the executive chef at San Francisco's Fifth Floor Restaurant, he helps to set the standard for the city's relaxed fine dining atmosphere. To check out the ingredients that'll star on his Valentine's Day menu - and to hear what he calls the most "underrated" aphrodisiac, read more.

Link Time: Make Chocolate Ganache Truffles

Susannah Chen — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:08:55 PST

Learn how to make basic chocolate ganache truffles at home - Vegetarian Times
Top 100 dishes from around the world - Foodspotting
Do aphrodisiac foods really work? - The Kitchn
Brace: Mission Chinese Food is coming to Manhattan - Grub Street NY
Why gluten-free pasta's worth trying, regardless of your diet - Food Republic
Must make: Korean-Chinese spicy noodle soup - The Daily Meal
5 free iPhone apps to help you impress your date - GeekSugar

Link Time - The Price of Valentine's Day

TresSugar — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:15:46 PST

Americans spend how much on Valentine's Day?! - Huffington Post
Celeb-inspired beauty looks to steal for Valentine's Day - YourTango
A foolproof Valentine's Day gift guide - The Frisky
Ladies who love leather - theBERRY
Seven first dates women want a guy to take them on - CollegeCandy
Five ways to express your intimacy - Em&Lo
The Vampire Diaries stars strip down - BuzzSugar
"My girlfriend patronizes me endlessly" - Nerve
12 aphrodisiacs to eat with your dude - Glamour