What's the average size of a guy's equipment? Where can't you buy
"marital aids" – and speaking of sex toys, why do some Japanese ones
have happy faces on them? Get answers to these and seven more sexy
questions you probably never thought to ask here!
A recent visit to Manhattan's legendary Museum of Sex yielded more
than a mob of 18-year-old girls giggling in the foyer – it provided an
entertaining and educated look into the history of sex.
Here are some little-known sex facts that may surprise you – or at least give you ammunition for a fascinating dinner conversation!
The best medicine
According to the Museum of Sex, the vibrator was originally used as a
medicinal treatment for female "hysteria" during the 19th century. The
vibrator-induced orgasms helped doctors dissipate hysteria's
anxiety-related symptoms.
Say cheese!
Semen contains zinc and calcium, both of which are proven to prevent tooth decay.
Hop to it
The iconic "Rabbit" is renowned for two things: excellent orgasm results and an odd smiley face on its tip. Women's Health
tells us the smiley face was actually a result of conservative Japanese
customs. Apparently, Japanese consumers frown upon "the production of
sex toys that too closely resemble phalluses," so the smiley face was
added.
