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Ken Brower-10301's Articles in Health and Fitness Show All|Display Category|Title|Newest|Oldest Why Having Sex with a Condom Feels Better One of the biggest myths or excuses you’ll hear out there today is that condom use makes sex less enjoyable, or ‘kills the mood.’ Plainly put, being confident and knowledgeable about your own sexuality never kills the mood. There’s plenty of reasons why condoms and safe sex in general can, in actuality, make sex with your partner better and more thrilling. The reasons are both physical and psychological, and have to do with the core of what an enduring sexual relationship is about. What's up with these Flavored and Scented Condoms? Do you like and enjoy the security of condoms but wish they had a better taste or a different smell? Well now you can have that wish, with Flavored and Scented Condoms. Condoms have been around for a very long time; however it was only recently that they begin to become more of what we really wanted. You no longer have to choose a plain condom that simply got the job done; now there are condoms that you enjoy the flavor of, and condoms without that latex smell. Trojan Condoms: A Taste of Marketing Creativity There are numerous brands of condoms manufactured and distributed across the global markets. However, only a few names dominate the markets. Condom users have set several standards in their choice of specific brands of condoms. Trojan condoms are particularly among the most well known in its league. Experts cite one distinct feature why Trojan condoms are popular, and that is: strong marketing strategies. Tips for Selecting the Right Condom Brand While it is true that most condoms will fit most men, there can be no underestimating the importance of selecting the right condom for you. As most men vary in terms of size and length, so there are also numerous condom products that offer varied choices and selections. Things Every Person Should Know : The Basics of Putting on a Condom The only learning curve involved in condom use is how to put on a condom. In addition to being effective in the prevention of pregnancy, a condom also protects sexual partners from transmitting an STD or HIV to one another. While nowadays most people agree that condom use is an important part of safe sex, the main problem occurs in the fact that a large amount of people do not know how to correctly put on and use a condom. So while condoms are particularily effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy and STD’s, the lack of knowledge on how to use a condom correctly results in higher failure rates worldwide. The New Okamoto Condoms Sampler Pack When looking into choosing a condom, having a choice can help you to make the right decision each time; and that is why you will find the Okamoto Condoms Sampler Pack a great place to start looking. With the sample pack you will have Asia’s most popular condom and the newest brand to sweep America by storm thanks to the Sheerlon Material that gives them the Skinless Skin Feel. Each of the Okamoto Sampler Pack Condoms expires from 2-5 years from date of purchase and is tested electronically for reliability and security. Safe Sex and You : Some Pointers on Avoiding STDs With increasing incidence and information on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and the AIDS epidemic, the term safe sex has also made its way to public consciousness. Loosely defined, safe sex is a practice in which one or both partners take action in preventing the transmission of STDs and HIV. Safe Sex : Talk About it First Psychologists agree that the brain is the primary sexual organ. All sex begins in the mind; the act itself is just mechanics. Brain rules mind, and the chemistry of sex is imperative but not rational. Knowing that, we can see how important it is for two individuals to understand one another’s needs and prejudices when it comes to actually having safe sex. Safe Sex : Prepare for Every Possibility The use of condoms is a reliable and effective method for preventing unexpected pregnancies. The use of condoms with other forms of birth control is even more effective, but there are times when everything fails – the good-quality condom bursts, the IUD slips, the pill was forgotten in the rush to make it to work on time. Rules on When Not to Put on Condom, and When To Put on Condom From different studies and observations made on the subject of condom use, here are some rules and guidelines meant not to discourage or turn anyone away from using this contraceptive, but rather to enhance the sexual experience as well as achieve maximum condom efficacy. Put the Condom On Early Sex can be a beautiful thing, and safe sex is that much more beautiful. No matter what your partner tells you about his or her health, there is always the chance that something was missed or even, though no one wants to think so, that your partner is lying. Emotions and hormones run high when you’re starting to get romantic with someone new. That is why it is important to wear a condom from first contact through, not just for the final act. Manufacturers Now Produce Many Different Styles of Condoms It is amazing how condoms have evolved through the years. Since 1884 when rubber latex was first used to make condoms until 1912 when the first condom brand Fromm's was started, there have been numerous takes on the overall efficiency and usefulness of condoms. Now, there are many types and designs of condoms for different personalities of people. Life with an HIV Positive Partner Sexually active couples use condoms to prevent unwanted pregnancies and to stop the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, especially HIV. What do you do, however, if your partner informs you he/she is HIV positive? Does that mean you need to get out of the relationship immediately or just never have sex again? Not exactly. There are some definite precautions you will need to take to keep yourself HIV negative while in the relationship, but that should not stop you from pursuing and maintaining a loving and trusting relationship. Keep Your Mind Clear If you are a teenager, there are now more opportunities than ever to use drugs. Forty years ago, adolescents had to choose between alcohol and marijuana, and both were difficult to obtain and expensive. Cocaine and LSD were available only to the very rich or well-connected. Crack was not even invented, nor was crank. Opium was banned, heroin was unheard of, and steroids were still a chemist’s dream. Now you, the teenager, have your choice. You also have more disposable income than any previous generation in history. Introducing the Lifestyles Condoms Sampler Pack Now you no longer have to decide which condom is your favorite or which one to choose, Condom Man has the Lifestyles Condoms Sampler Pack. In this sample kit you can choose up to four different styles of Lifestyles Condoms, or have them selected for you. Each of the Lifestyles Condoms are made from premium latex, and not only lubricated for comfort but also sensitivity. Each condom is electronically tested more than 3 times to ensure you the best security and quality, while meeting the U.S. standards. Each of the Condom Man condoms expire in 2-5 years from the date you purchase them, so no more worrying about if you will be secure. Interesting Facts About Durex Condoms Durex condoms are undeniably one of the most popular brands of condoms all around the world. The product is an import from the United Kingdom, where the brand's owner and manufacturer, SSL International, is based currently. Globally, more and more people are getting exposure to this condom brand. There are about 17 other manufacturing facilities strategically located worldwide to help make and distribute about a billion pieces of Durex condoms every year. How to Use a Condom Properly In today’s world, society as a whole has come to realize that education is an essential part of safe sex, and safe sex is an essential part of enjoying a healthy sexual relationship. Condoms are truly one of the most popular forms of contraceptives because the items are easily accessible, are less expensive and are easy to use. Female Condoms: What are they? How do they work? I remember being a junior in college and hearing about the female condom from my best friend and roommate, a staunch women’s activist. Only a few months earlier, she had excitedly alerted me of a cool new contraption that would allow women to pee standing up, so let’s just say that I was less than open to the idea of hearing about some hokey body-sized rubber that probably covered the woman from head to toe. I kept thinking, “Well, of course it would protect a woman from getting pregnant; men would be running in the opposite direction at the sight of it.” It wasn’t until recently that I was able to actually research female condoms to see what they are really all about, and you know what? They aren’t full body-sized. While female condoms have never proved to be extremely popular in the U.S., they are still available at many retail outlets and proven very effective against STDs. Exposing Common Condom Myths Oh, what a tangled web of myths we weave when we are trying not to conceive! Growing up, my neighborhood friend began having sex relatively early. While drinking our Capri Suns on my front porch, I vividly remember her recounting the frequent sexcapades she engaged in and saying things like, “Oh, we don’t use condoms…he says it won’t feel as good.” I would stare at her slack-jawed and wide-eyed since I was never quite able to wrap my mind around the concept of sex until much, much later when I actually began having it myself. Needless to say, my childhood friend had two children by the time she dropped out of high school in the 11th grade. She was a casualty of the condom myths. Durex, the Most Popular Condom brand in the World When it comes to condoms, users have a few reliable brands in mind. While there surely are too many condom names and products out in stores, there are only a few brands that really create a favorable impression. Among these rubber latex names is Durex. It is estimated that there are about a billion condoms manufactured and sold by Durex in each year. Durex condoms are made and distributed globally through about 17 facilities strategically scattered across the globe. Durex and Trojan: Condom Comparison With the availability of numerous brands of condoms in the market, it’s no wonder that some people feel confused over what to choose. The best way to know, of course, is to try one product at a time until you settle for the best brand and type for you and your partner. Let me give you a rundown on two of the more popular brands of condoms: Durex and Trojan. Condoms and STDs: What's the Score? All public health organizations and agencies have touted the use of condoms as one of the most effective contraceptives as well as being efficient in preventing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Though there have been a lot of studies done towards the efficacy of this contraceptive device, no research can come up with absolute figures since it is obviously difficult to obtain exact information on a private aspect of one’s life. Though data on contraceptives can be obtained, there can be no way one can verify it, in that scientific criteria for verification of data is stringent and relies on manual observation in closed conditions. Condoms 101 - An Overview (What you May have Missed in School) Basically stated, a condom is a form of birth control that prevents the passage of semen from reaching the vaginal canal during sexual intercourse. In addition to this, a condom also prevents blood, vaginal secretions and other bodily fluids from passing between sexual partners. Acting a barrier for these fluids allows for a condom to aid in the prevention of pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and HIV. Condom Storage and Safety from Heat Here’s a quick rundown on where to stash away your condoms so that you can always stay prepared. A lot of us, if not all of us, have heard the old advice to not keep a condom in your wallet, but how many of us know why? And, to quote one of the recent questions Condom Man received, is it a good idea to keep your condoms in a refrigerator? (Quick Answer : No.) It’s always good to have a condom on hand, but it’s also good to remember that condoms degrade over time and need to have a little bit of care and attention. To summarize, you want to keep a condom close by, but not TOO close by. Condom Quality : How are Condoms Tested? Before being put into production for the masses to use, cars get crash tested, software applications go through user and quality tests on a test environment and new ice cream flavors get taste-tested (how do I go about getting that job?). So, how do condoms get tested to ensure their effectiveness? Judging from the previously mentioned tests, why not follow in the same vein and have actual human testing? Not likely. Chinese Condom News - From Condom Hairbands to Condom Dresses Imagine you walk into a salon to get your hair shampooed, cut and styled. You are given rubber hair bands to help keep your hair up and out of your face. Then you find out that these are not your typical hair bands. These hair bands are recycled…recycled used condoms. This is what happened to one disgusted Chen Wenlan from Dongguan, China after visiting her local hair salon. Wenlan says, “Many of my friends have not yet heard the news. And it is really terrible.” Buy Condoms without Embarrassment You want to do the right thing. You want to make the responsible choice. There is nothing to it. Just walk in the store, pick out a box of condoms and proudly march up to the register and buy condoms. So why then are you still sitting in your car carefully planning out each step to the least embarrassing detail? When you make the move to buy condoms, you are essentially telling the world that you are about to engage in sexual activity. This causes your palms to sweat and your stomach to do flip flops with each step. If this is you, do not fear! There is a way to buy condoms without embarrassment. Best Rated Condoms, and Why People Love Them Every year, several consumer groups and condom retailers bring out their lists of best condoms in terms of efficacy and popularity among their respondents in the U.S. Though not to be acknowledged as absolute standards in which other condom products would be measured against, it would still be good to know which varieties of prophylactics are much in demand. Best of the Best in Condoms Condoms are an inexpensive form of birth control readily available on the market. When used correctly, condoms are 98 percent effective in the prevention of pregnancy. In the area of STD and aids prevention, condoms achieve a higher standard of protection levels than choosing to not use a condom. Unlike other forms of birth control, the learning curve is low. All that is needed is an understanding of proper placement and use of condoms. Keeping in line with that, there are several top condom manufactures that offer wide product lines to suit virtually all users. Avoid these Common Condom Mistakes For being such an inexpensive item, condoms pack a powerful punch. They protect its users against many sexually transmitted diseases as well as guarding against pregnancy. In the heat of the moment, however, many couples do not stop during foreplay and pull out the condom instructions from the box to ensure they are using the condoms properly. So, for those condom users who are not currently engaged in sexual activity, here is a brief rundown of some condom no-no’s for you to peruse. All About Durex Condom Variety Packs When looking for a condom that fits your needs choosing, can be tough - you can’t simply try before you buy. Well, to alleviate this problem CondomMan has the Durex Condom Variety Packs. In this sampler pack you will get a chance to try a variety of these condoms or choose from a couple only. When looking at the Durex Condom Variety Packs you might want to know something about the types of Condoms you can choose from, so here is a list with their descriptions. AIDS: A Deadly History My first introduction to AIDS came through the news reports of a boy named Ryan White who had contracted the disease through a blood treatment for his hemophilia. I was only 10 or 11 at the time this story was making headlines, but I distinctly remember wondering why so many people were scared of him and why they didn’t want to allow him back to school. His mom ate, played and lived with him every day and she wasn’t scared of being close to him. What was wrong with everybody, I wondered? At that time, AIDS was such a new disease and few people knew much about how it was spread from person to person. Fear of this new unknown disease caused the masses to panic. What many people do not know is that in the early 1980s, which many attribute to be the start of AIDS, this epidemic had already been around for forty years in other parts of the world where it originally began. AIDS Prevention and Condom Use Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS is what occurs when a virus invades the body and begins to destroy its immune system. Normal function of an immune system protects the body against illness and keeps the body healthy. When that immune system becomes compromised, the chance of a life threatening illness infecting the body is significantly increased. The deadly virus that attacks in the case of AIDS is HIV or human immunodeficiency virus. This virus attacks the cells that prevent infections from occurring. These cells are killed one by one until there are none remaining to protect the body. Under virus attack, the body begins to shut down and eventually death occurs. Advantages of Buying Condoms Online With increasing emphasis on the practice of safe sex and the role of condoms as cheap and convenient birth control and barrier to most sexually transmitted diseases, online condom sales have enjoyed a surge in recent years. A Review of Innovative New Condom Styles by Trojan When it comes to condoms, some people are just too meticulous. Gone are the days when people thought condoms were all the same. Now, there are several other sizes of condoms. The standard sized ones are not obsolete but are given complementary sizes to cater to those men, who claim to have much bigger sizes than the average. A Review of Durex Play Lubricants As the world’s largest condom distribution company, Durex (owned by SSL International) knows a thing or two about safe sex. Keeping that in mind, they have designed the ‘Play’ line of Durex Lubricants, each one designed with a special feature in mind to keep safe sex interesting and intruiging. With these added features, these lubricants can add to the excitement of sex. A Guide for Proper Condom Use: What Every Man Should Know To Enjoy Sex Life Longer The decision to use condoms and other contraceptives in every single sexual act is a sign of responsibility as well as maturity in a man. Though some complain of reduced sensation when using condoms, the possibility of getting your partner pregnant unexpectedly or contacting sexually transmitted diseases would be enough to overpower any transient objections one may have against contraceptives. Also, after learning how to put on a condom correctly and choosing the correct condom for you, you’ll find that there is no reduced sensation when you approach condom use seriously. A Brief History of Condoms The first ever pioneer, modern brand of condom in use by modern society is Germany's Fromm's Act. The brand was started in 1912 when German manufacturer and innovator Julius Fromm developed a modern manufacturing process that would make condoms attractive and usable. Fromms dipped glass molds into rubber solutions. This technique had helped make the production of very thin condoms without seams possible. By 1930s, manufacturing of condoms further improved and single-use condoms became more popular.	Publish for Free Sign Up For Free Learn More Please Support Our Sponsors Authors and Writers Submit Articles Submission Guidelines Link to Us Member Login U Publish Store Publishers Article RSS Feeds Link to Us Contact Us More Link to Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Submission Guidelines Top Authors Popular Articles Article Aids We Recommend SubmitYourArticle iSnare Article Marketer Published.com Article Directories Word Count Utility Search U Publish by: Title Author Keyword

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