UAF CHAMP The Most Common Sex Myth — Penis Size

UAF
CHAMP
Changing Health and Mental Perceptions
" One of the biggest sex myths for men is the notion that we are our
penises, and that's all that counts in terms of sex."
- Cory Silverberg, a sexual health educator and founding member of Come As You Are
The Most Common Sex
Myth — Penis Size
Many men today feel inadequate or
intimidated when it comes to their
member. The media and some pharmaceutical companies would have
you believe that the only way to truly
pleasure your partners is to enhance
your member to radical
"For
sizes.
Seth Prosterman, who has been a
couples therapist for over 30 years
mentions that the bigger = better theory is "not just total mythology," occasionally someone will have a preference, though it is generally aesthetic.
“For the vast majority of
the vast
partners, penis size
majority of
doesn’t matter” he repartners, penis flects.
"We equate masculinity
size doesn't
and power with penis size,"
matter."
says Ira Sharlip, MD, presiSo what, exactly,
dent of the
constitutes a big penis?
- Seth
International Society for
Here are the “hard”
Prosterman
Sexual Medicine and clinifacts. The average size
cal professor of urology at the Univerof an erect penis is between five and
sity of California at San Francisco. "Of six inches. A flaccid penis is generalcourse, there's really no relationship."
ly around three inches.
However, increasing the size of their
For entire article by Rob Baedeker, go to: http://men.webmd.com/guide/sexpenis is something “all” of
fact-fiction?
Sharlip’s patients desire.
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7 Benefits of
Physical Fitness
You know exercise is good for you — but do you know
how good? From boosting your mood to improving your
sex life, find out how exercise can improve your life.
1. Exercise improves your mood.
A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help
you blow off steam and calm down. Physical activity
stimulates brain chemicals that leave you feeling happier
and more relaxed. You'll also look and feel better when
you exercise regularly, which can enhance your confidence and improve your self-esteem. Regular physical
activity can even help prevent depression.
2. Exercise combats chronic diseases.
Regular physical activity can help you prevent (or manage) high blood pressure. Your cholesterol levels are
regulated as well. If that wasn’t enough, there’s more.
Regular physical activity can help you prevent type 2
diabetes, osteoporosis and certain types of cancer.
3. Exercise helps you manage your weight.
When you engage in physical activity, you burn calories.
The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn
— and the easier it is to control your weight. It’s as easy
as taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or taking a
walk during your lunch break. Do jumping jacks during
commercials. Better yet, turn off the TV and stay active.
Dedicated workouts are great, but physical activity you
accumulate throughout the day helps you burn calories,
too.
4. Exercise boosts your energy level.
Regular physical activity can leave you breathing easier.
Physical activity delivers oxygen and nutrients to your
tissues. In fact, regular physical activity helps your entire
cardiovascular system — the circulation of blood through
your heart and blood vessels — work more efficiently.
When your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you'll
have more energy to do the things you enjoy.
5. Exercise promotes better sleep.
A good night's sleep can improve your concentration,
productivity and mood. And you guessed it — physical
activity can be the key to better sleep. Regular physical
activity can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep
longer. However, if you exercise too close to bedtime,
you may be too energized to fall asleep.
6. Exercise can put the spark back into your sex life.
Regular physical activity can leave you feeling energized
and looking better, which may have a positive effect on
your sex life. But there's more to it than that. Men who
exercise regularly are less likely to have problems with
erectile dysfunction than are men who don't exercise —
especially as they get older.
7. Exercise can be — gasp — fun!
Physical activity doesn't have to be drudgery. Take a
ballroom dancing class. Check out a local climbing wall
or hiking trail. Push your kids on the swings or climb with
them on the jungle gym. Plan a neighborhood kickball or
touch football game. Find a physical activity you enjoy,
and go for it. If you get bored, try something new. If
you're moving, it counts!
Are you convinced? Good. Start reaping the benefits of
regular physical activity today!
Article adapted from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/HQ01676
Super Foods!
Here are 10 super foods to incorporate
into your diet today!
1. Almonds - lower bad cholesterol and
are a good source of vitamin E.
2. Tomatoes - contain lycopene which
is good for heart health and reduce
risk of some cancers.
3. Sweet Potatoes - most nutrient
dense food available, this vegetable
has anti-aging properties and prevents many diseases like: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cystic fibrosis,
liver disease, HIV, cancer and cardiovascular problems.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Spinach - great for building lean
8.
muscle, increases blood flow to
penis for increased sexual pleasure,
prevents many types of cancer and
helps reduce arteriosclerosis.
9.
Rosemary - reduces risk of stroke
and cardiovascular issues.
Salmon - good source of omega 3
fatty acids which reduce cholesterol
and increase heart health.
10.
Blueberries - lots of fiber, antioxidants and vitamins. This is a power
fruit that reduces risk for many different diseases and chronic illnesses.
Dark Chocolate - improves blood
flow to brain to enhance concentration, also helps keep blood vessels
healthy and blood pressure low.
Carrots - everyone knows these are
good for your eyes , but it is also a
great acne fighter! Vitamin A keeps
skin looking healthy, young, and
fresh.
Yogurt - keeps your digestive and
immune systems in top form. Also
plain yogurt is an awesome face
mask to keep pores and wrinkles in
check!
F EATURED
STI:
C HLAMYDIA
Chlamydia is the most common STI in
the United States.
One should be tested at least yearly
for this STI.
Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that
is transmitted through sexual intercourse.
This STI is often referred to as “silent”
because there are not always symptoms associated with infection.
Symptoms include:
 Discharge from penis
 Burning sensation while urinating
 Bleeding or discharge from
rectum
 Painful rectum
 Occasionally pain and swelling
in testicles has been reported
Chlamydia can effect: penis, urethra,
eye, throat and rectum.
Best prevention of contracting this STI
is to use a condom and lubricant for
any form of sexual intercourse.
Chlamydia testing is offered at the
Utah Aids Foundation. It is free for
urine testing and $15 for a rectal test.
See back page for testing site hours
and location.
For complete article see: http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/
age-erasing-superfoods/age-erasing-blueberries.php#slidetop
5 things you never knew about your PENIS!
1: Your Penis Does Have a Mind of Its Own
shorter flaccid penises tend to gain about twice as much 4: You Can Break Your Penis
You've probably noticed that your penis often does its
length as longer flaccid penises. A penis that doesn't
The penis doesn’t have a bone, but you can break your
own thing. That's because the penis is not always
gain much length with an erection is known as a "show-
penis all the same. It's called a penile fracture, and it's
under your conscious control. Impulses from the brain
er," and a penis that gains a lot is a "grow-er."
not a subtle injury. When it happens, there's "an audible
during sleep cause erections, whether you're dreaming
3: Your Penis Is Shaped Like a Boomerang
pop or snap," Montague says. Then the penis turns
about sex or not. Heavy lifting or straining to have a
Your penis is shaped like a boomerang. Just like you
black and blue associated with terrible pain. A Penile
bowel movement can also produce an erection. Just as don't see all of a big oak tree above ground, you don't
fracture is rare, and it typically happens to younger men
the penis may become erect without your consent it
see the root of your penis tucked up inside your pelvis
because their erections tend to be quite rigid. Here's
may also shrink. Stress has the same effect that a
and attached to your pubic bone. In an MRI picture, the how to avoid penile fracture: don't use your penis too
cold shower does according to Drogo Montague, MD,
roughly. A common way that penile fracture happens,
a urologist at the Cleveland Clinic. When you're relaxed
Montague says, is when a man is thrusting too hard
and feeling good, your flaccid penis looks bigger than
and fast during sex, and slams into his partner's pubic
when you're stressed out. Both stress and anxiety are
bone.
leading causes of temporary erectile dysfunction or ED.
5: Most Penises in the World Are Uncut
The penis is "kind of a barometer of the sympathetic
A report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and
nervous system," Montague says. So the greeting,
the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS
"How's it hanging?" is more apt than you might have
(UNAIDS) estimates that worldwide only 30% of males
realized.
aged 15 and up are circumcised. The United States
2: Your Penis May Be a 'Grow-er' or a 'Show-er'
penis looks distinctly boomerang-like, as noted by a
has the highest proportion of males circumcised. Re-
Research found that increases from flaccid to erect
French researcher who studied men and women having cently the World Health Organization (WHO) and the
lengths ranged widely, from less than a quarter inch to
sex inside an MRI scanner. There is a ligament that is
UUNAIDS recommended circumcision for adult men,
3.5 inches longer. You can't assume that a big limp
cut when doing a penile implant this may allow for a
based upon evidence that men with circumcised penis-
penis gets much bigger with an erection, but a penis
penis to get longer. The problem with this is that is
es have a lower risk of being infected with HIV.
that looks tiny could surprise you with a big erection.
makes the penis more wobbly at the base, which can
Full article found at WebMD.com
An analysis by sex researcher Alfred Kinsey shows that lead to injury.
Condom Quiz
Answers:
1. Latex condoms are recommended for the prevention of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
True or False…
2. Oil-based lubricants like baby oil and Vaseline are
safe to use with latex condoms.
True or False…
3. Condoms can break if the tip is not pinched to
remove air bubbles.
True or False…
4. After sex, a man should withdraw from his partner immediately, holding onto the base of the condom.
True or False…
5. If washed carefully, a condom can be used safely
over and over.
True or False…
6. To be prepared, it is always a good idea to have a
condom in your wallet.
True or False…
7. Condoms, like groceries, have expiration dates.
True or False…
8. When it comes to condoms, one size fits all.
True or False…
1. True. Latex condoms, are effective in preventing
STDs. Those allergic to latex can use polyurethane
condoms instead. Lambskin condoms are not recommended.
2. False. Use only water-based lubricants, with condoms. Oil-based lubricants will weaken the condom
and cause it to break.
3. True. Always pinch the tip of the condom before
unrolling it.
4. True. This will prevent the condom from slipping
off and possibly leaking inside his partner.
5. False. Condoms can be used only once! Always
use a new one if passion strikes twice.
6. False. While you should be prepared, condoms
kept in warm places, like a wallet or glove compartment, can weaken from the heat. An outside coat
pocket or at home in a cool, dry place are better
places to keep condoms.
7. True. Most condoms are good for three to five
years. Check for the date printed on the box or condom wrapper.
8. False. The standard size should be large enough
to accommodate most men. But it is just as important to make sure the condom is not too large.
There are "snug" sizes also available.
Survey found at www.webmd.com
Condom Quiz
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