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How to Green Your Sex Life!
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How to Green Your Sex Life! Amazing the things one can discover surfing the net. Surely you knew this headline would perk my eye when checking my mail today. SO I perused more, cause Imma curious kinna girl  , and found the site from which it originated. How cool! What’s the Big Deal? Whether you’re single and playing the field, settled down with that special someone, or someplace in between, most of us consider good, satisfying, sexy sex an important part of this complete breakfast. It might not be the first thing we think of while working towards a sustainable and graceful life on this fragile planet, but there’s a lot we can do to make our sex lives greener. In the process of greening the ecological footprint of our love making, we might also open up some new doors to deeper pleasure, satisfaction, and romantic connection. TOP TEN TIPS 1. Sex toys According to the Durex Global Sex Survey, 43% of Americans have used a vibrator. Dildos, vibrators, anal beads, cock rings, and the rest of the happy sex toy family can be thrilling and fulfilling, either alone or with a partner, but many store-bought sex toys contain, among other things, chemicals called phthalates, a substance used to soften hard plastics like PVC and provide that jelly feeling. There is quite a bit of concern about the toxicity and health risks of phthalates (in 2004, the EU banned a range of phthalates from ’s toys), especially in sex toys that are used in warm, moist places. One suspicious warning sign is the disclaimer you’ll find on most sex toy packages stating that the device within is for “novelty purposes only.” TreeHugger suggests playing it safe. Look for toys made from glass, metal, silicone, hard plastics, or elastomers. Putting a condom over a suspicious dildo is also a good move. If your sex toy of choice is a power tool, buy a rechargeable one or use your own rechargeable batteries. Rechargeable vibrating toys include the Aphrodite Wand, the Acuvibe, the Lily and Iris from Lelo, and toys from Fun Factory. Check out TreeHugger TV's How to Buy a Green Sex Toy for more. 2. Lube Whether you feel you need lube or not, a little extra slipperyness can add something extra to any roll in the hay. As you would with any other personal care product, go as natural as possible and try to avoid petroleum products, artificial scents, flavors, and colors. There are even organic lubes to be found. For more info on what to look out for, see How to Green Women’s Personal Care–advice also suitable for men). 3. Condoms For safer, baby-free sex, nothing beats a latex condom. Vegans looking for a latex option (though derived from trees, most latex has a milk enzyme added) can check out Glyde condoms. The jury is still out as to whether latex condoms are biodegradable and what effects additives and lubricants have on biodegradability. According to most sources, lambskin condoms are biodegradable but are only effective against pregnancy, not STDs. Polyurethane condoms are essentially plastic and not biodegradable. Used condoms are best sent to the landfill. Flushing condoms down the toilet is definitely no good as this clogs pipes, treatment plants, and rivers. So let’s face it, reduce, reuse, recycle just doesn’t apply when it comes to the rubbers. 4. Sexy giving Getting a stylish and useful gift is always a turn on. Organic massage oils, fair trade chocolate, or a bottle of biodynamic red wine are hot options. For Valentine's, you can even get an all fair trade goodie bag for your lovie. Of course, romance and good sex know no price, and a poem from the heart, a massage, some hot role playing, or a home-cooked dinner for two can be the hottest gifts of all. 5. Green and sexy fun Sexy play can be green and efficient as well. As seen on TreeHugger TV, showering together can save water (if things get steamier, we suggest taking it to the bedroom and not leaving the shower running). In the winter time, some nice warm loving before bed can get the bedroom toasty, meaning the thermostat can be lower (see How to Green Your Heating, for more). A nice bike ride for two is a fossil-fuel-free way to get the blood flowing and can also be quite stimulating, especially for the ladies. And of course the classic candle-lit dinner is a delicious way to set the mood and save on energy bills. NO...I'm not going to give you the whole article...go look yourself if you want to know the rest of the list. And anyone who gifts me #6 will be offered a special romp in them.     |
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11/14/2007 10:54 pm |
Good stuff
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I have a glow in the dark condom.. Does that count as 'green'? I mean, it DOES save on electricity PLUS I can play 'Jedi Knight' with my Light Saber -tm
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JackinBlack, interesting. My entry states I wasn't going to post the entire article to encourage viewers to take a peek on their own. You post the entire list from a similar site. And then have the audacity to call it an outdated idealistic mode of thinking...which is what I interpret your comment "This sounds very 1960 to me" to mean. After all environmental issues are vital at this point in our existence. If you wish to poke fun at a light-hearted look on how to green your sex life, take it elsewhere.
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CuddleMe, yes, it is, for those with a good attitude  especially!tazzer, LOL, good lord you are sooo bad
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11/15/2007 9:44 pm |
The chemist in me says...Go Pyrex....
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