Study: Most People are Monogamous, Married Have More Sex

You've heard the concerns — "men are naturally promiscuous," or, "sex in marriage never lasts." Not so, according to authors of the first global study of human sexuality.

Not only are most people monogamous, but the people who are married are actually the most sexually active.

Research suggests that the concerns about rises in promiscuity and pre-marital sex in modern society are unfounded, with monogamy still the dominant pattern of behavior, according to the Times of London.

The survey, published this month's The Lancet, also states that there is no universal trend toward early sexual intercourse, non-monogamy, or polyamory.

More than 59 countries were included in the study, showing that most people only had one "recent sexual partner" and most parts of the world shift strongly to either marriage, domestic partnership, or cohabitation.

The research comes just days after Britain released its own statistics which show that country is a broadly monogamous society. Brtitain's Office of National Statistics found that seven out of 10 men and eight of 10 women have had just one sexual partner in the past year.

“Most people are married, and married people have the most sex,” the authors say. “Sexual activity among young single people tends to be sporadic, but is greater in industrialised countries.”

Exercise of the Day: Hack Calf Raise

This is one of the best exercises known to man for building the roundness and fullness of your calves. I use hack squats regularly as part of my own personal training regimen.

Here's how to do the exercise properly:

1. Position shoulders under the extended portion of the hack machine.
2. Grasp the bar on each side, laying forearms against the pad.
3. Facing the machine, stand on the slanted platform erect with back straight, head up, and legs locked.
4. Do not let your hips move backward or forward while performing the exercise.
5. Exhale and raise up on toes as high as possible.
6. Hold position for a short time and return to starting position exhaling.

Pumpkin Seeds: A Natural Aphrodisiac

The best part of a pumpkin is something most people throw away in the garbage after carving a pumpkin to make a Jack O' Lantern; it is the pumpkin seed. Pumpkin seeds pack therapeutic and nutritional ingredients and are used as a herb throughout the world. Look for full, dry seeds with a yellowish-white husk.

Nutrient Content of 1 oz. of Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Unsalted

Calories 126
Protein 5 g
Saturated Fat 5 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrate 15 g
Calcium 16 mg
Phosphorus 26 mg
Iron 0.9 mg
Sodium 5 mg
Potassium 260 mg
Dietary fiber 10 g
Vitamin A 2 RE
Thiamin 0.01 mg
Riboflavin 0.02 mg
Niacin 0.1 mg
Vitamin C 0 mg

Therapeutic Value

The pumpkin seeds are a balanced source of good proteins. They are very nourishing and energizing. In addition to protein, they are an excellent source of iron, B vitamins, vitamin E, fiber, oil, and minerals.

Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, a mineral that aids the healing process and is useful in treating an enlarged prostate gland. Other nutrients are magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, potassium, niacin, folic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. They also contain pantothenic acid, unsaturated oils and antioxidants.

Seeds roasted in oil generally contain saturated acids, making them even more energizing than plain-roasted seeds. Pumpkin seeds are said to be diuretic and to help in the treatment of urinary tract infections and prostate disorders.

Best of all, pumpkin seeds have a reputation for being a natural aphrodisiac, resulting in increased sexual appetite, longevity and desire.

Healing Qualities of Pumpkin Seeds and Husks

The medicinal use of pumpkin seeds was adopted by Oriental healers sometime in the seventeenth century.

Some claim that the nutty-flavored seed has diuretic properties; it soothes irritated tissues, eliminates pain, and expels parasites. It is effective against tapeworms and roundworms. Others claim pumpkin seeds and husks aid milk production in lactating mothers and are used to reduce postpartum swelling of the hands and feet.

Happy Halloween!