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By Michele Hickford
Published: Tuesday, November 6, 2007 - 22:20

You know how you're always hearing all the things you shouldn't do if you want to live longer, like don't drink too much, don't eat too much, don't sit around too much? Well, here's something you'll be happy to hear you SHOULD do: have MORE sex.

More and more scientific evidence is supporting what most of us figured way earlier than our parents wanted us to: good sex improves your health and may even contribute to your longevity.

Sex releases specific hormones in the body, relieves stress, and helps fight loneliness and depression. But a recent study actually showed a correlation between a reduction in deaths from coronary heart disease and increased sexual activity. And we're not talking about sexual athletes - just one or two orgasms per week can increase life expectancy by 3-8 years.

In his book called "Sexual Healing," Dr. Paul Pearsall, Director of Behavioral Medicine at Detroit's Beaumont Hospital, writes that the joys and pleasures of living life and loving may provide us with something called an "intimacy inoculation" that actually protects us from disease.

Dr. Pearsall says that "Growing numbers of physicians now recognize that the health of the human heart depends not only on such factors as genetics, diet, and exercise, but also -to a large extent- on the social and emotional health of the individual."

And that means happily getting your rocks off! If that seems like an elusive goal, or if you're just looking for a kick-start now and then, never fear. The next generation of sex toys brings new meaning to the term "hand-held." Beautiful design, digital controls, technologically advanced - this ain't your grandma's vibrator (thank goodness).

Video Voyeur Micro-CameraVideo Voyeur Micro-Camera



Helmet-cams put you right in the center of the action at the football game, so why not a "vagi-cam?" The Video Voyeur Micro-Camera is a multi-speed vibrating stimulator with a micro-sized close-up lens camera. The Micro-Camera features a removable silicone tickler sleeve (that rinses clean) plus RCA jacks that plug into your television or video recorder, so you can replay every thrilling moment.

Price Tag: $134.00

Form 6Form 6



Possibly the most beautifully-designed sex toy in the known world is the water-resistant and rechargeable Form 6. With smooth silicone coating, and organic contours, it fits your hand and just about anywhere else on your body. Cordless charging and continuous surfaces make this the most versatile product of its kind. Heck, it's so gorgeous you could put it on display.

Price Tag: $175.00

Little ChromaLittle Chroma



Also too beautiful to hide is the Little Chroma. Available in metallic orange, blue, magenta, red, black and olive, the Little Chroma features a patented replaceable motor, and is waterproof to about 30 feet. The metal "skin" is easy to clean and non-irritating. Plus it holds temperature too, so you can warm it up, or stick it in the fridge first to really quench those hot flashes.

Price Tag: $123.00

iBuzziBuzz



Passionate about music? I mean, really passionate? You'll need the iBuzz, which connects to your iPod and vibrates according to your music choice. Pump up the volume, and the vibrations get faster as the music gets louder. IBuzz plugs into any MP3 player or music source - and even works with no music player at all. Just turn on the iBuzz and press the arrow buttons until you find which of the 7 vibration patterns works your nerves. But wait! There's more. The new iBuzz 2 is the world's first music-activated sex toy for couples. Plug in two sets of headphones and you and your partner can simultaneously listen to your music and enjoy the sensations from two vibrating bullets. There's a skin-safe rabbit stimulator for her and (ahem) a cock ring for him.

Price Tag: $38.00

DrilldoDrilldo



I know most men get very excited about their power tools, and perhaps the women in their lives will get excited about the Drilldo. This high-quality variable-speed electric drill features a special dildo attachment. The basic attachment is "electro-polished" with a very smooth surface - if you like the feel of raw of metal. If your preference is more organic, you can purchase the Drilldo with the Doc Johnson 8-inch "vacu-lock penis" for a more realistic feel. Best of all, the Drilldo will work on all drills, because it uses a standard bit adapter.

Price Tag: $98.00

Computer Powered ArouserComputer Powered Arouser



Are you getting the most performance out of your computer? I doubt it! You need the Computer Powered Arouser, a discrete little bullet with an innovative USB port adapter that allows you to power up your pleasure whenever you boot up your computer. You control the 10 functions, while the computer provides the juice (so to speak). Perfect for those boring plane journeys!

Price Tag: $56.00

High Joy Enabled iVibe Controller with SleeveHigh Joy Enabled iVibe Controller with Sleeve



And speaking of computers, if you prefer to have most of your romance online, you can't do without the Doc Johnson High Joy Enabled iVibe Controller with Sleeve. Now you can control your partner's pleasure over the Internet and iVibe your way to ecstasy. Add live chat or a video cam, and it's almost like being there. Almost.

According to High Joy President Amir Vatan, "The device control works both ways -- the person on each end controls the speed and rhythm of the device the other is using." Gives the phrase "reach out and touch someone" all new meaning!

If a "Masturbating Sleeve" doesn't work on your equipment configuration, High Joy also offers an iVibe version of the ever-popular Rabbit or Vibrating Ballsy.

The High Joy Enabled(r) technology can also be controlled locally through your computer (by you) or standalone if you're a complete loner. But not if you're a Mac user. The system works with Windows only.

Price Tag: $104.00

The V-Flex Pelvic ExerciserThe V-Flex Pelvic Exerciser



How about a little mult-tasking? The V-Flex Pelvic Exerciser will give you some immediate gratification for developing, strengthening and toning the pelvic muscles around your V (if you know what I mean, and I think you do). Sure, you need a firm tush and washboard abs, but it's time to get "those" muscles in shape too. The fun-shaped "exerciser" stimulates and tones, while the graphic readout displays each level of progress. Just like the treadmill...er...sort of.

Price Tag: $76.00

Impulse Couple's EnhancerImpulse Couple's Enhancer



When you simply can't get to an Internet connection, there's always the Impulse Couple's Enhancer. Depending on who likes to "drive" you can trade off who gets to play with the 6 independent controls and who gets to play with the silicone...uh...thingy. The Couple's Enhancer features an array of vibration, pulsation, escalation and surging power.

Price Tag:$48.00

MyStim Digital Power BoxMyStim Digital Power Box



Don't feel like there's enough electricity between you and your sweetie? Perhaps you need to generate some with an electrical stimulator. The MyStim Digital Power Box comes with a battery-controlled generator, two sets of lead wires, and four sticky pads that can attach to any part of your body below your heart, excluding the clitoris (dang!). Each set of two pads can be controlled individually which means that two different people can play at the same time, and there are a variety of attachments you can purchase to really give you a charge.

Price Tag: $170.00

MyStim Julian BulbMyStim Julian Bulb



Take the MyStim Julian Bulb, for example. Rather than filling up the vagina with the traditional tube steak design, this "bulb" slips inside and rests around the edges of the vaginal wall, almost unnoticed until the power is switched on. With positive and negative poles located on the sides of the 1-1/4 inch thick oval (3/4 inch tall), the electrical charges wrap the G-spot and lower vagina in waves and spasms of sensation. A teeny flange keeps the user from inserting this toy further than the designated 2-3/4 inches, but the base is not significantly large enough to trust it as an anal flange. (Oh whew. I'm glad they warned us). The sellers also want to remind you that the insides of the electrodes are concave and will certainly need a light soap and water rinse out after play.

Price Tag: $170.00

Vibrating Turbo SuctionVibrating Turbo Suction



And finally, if the idea of sticking too many things too far north makes you feel queasy, you might prefer the Vibrating Turbo Suction Tongue featuring "dual action vibrating and sucking." The silicone-covered device is designed with sucking lips and a powerful, multi-speed vibrating tongue. It's mounted on a sturdy suction cup base, so you can even use it on the kitchen counter - or any other hard surface.

Price Tag: $32.00