Topic: Women’s Health

Ok, But Seriously: Is Sex A Viable Weight Loss Option?

Ok, But Seriously: Is Sex A Viable Weight Loss Option?

Yesterday, we wrote about Pauline Potter, the world’s heaviest woman, who has lost nearly 100 lbs without leaving her bed–because, she says, she gets all the exercise she needs through intercourse. And while it certainly seems to be working for her, are the calories burned during sex and the flood of hormones it creates really enough for the average person? Are the potential heart-rate-increasing benefits of sex just an added bonus, or can having sex help you lose weight? More »

Why That Summer’s Eve Commercial Is Ridiculous

Why That Summer's Eve Commercial Is Ridiculous

Opening scene: Cleopatra, from atop a pyramid, raises her arms to throngs of supporters below. Maybe she’s rallying them to war, maybe they’re celebrating her birthday, maybe she’s like, “Yo, thanks for building this pyramid. I hope King Tut doesn’t die from incest-derived genetic deformities, and I hope that when I die you bury me with all my gold rather than distributing it amongst the poor masses.” More »

Party Favors: I’m Married To Superman

Party Favors: I'm Married To Superman

Remember that congressman who resigned over his Craigslist personals ad? Well, it turns out it might not just have been women he was hunting for… – Gawker

This couple’s cartoon wedding included such spectacular moments as the bride, who was Jessica Rabbit, walking down the aisle to the tune of the Star Wars theme. Now THAT’S dedication. – The Daily Mail

Notable: all the upheaval concerning Planned Parenthood and reproductive health. This has been all over the news recently; check this out and stay informed. – College Candy

A woman in Beijing posted a nude video of her 26-year-old daughter on the internet. Arranged marriage superplan? Or icky pimping-out of offspring? – Nerve

Whose sweatpants are YOU wearing? – The College Crush More »