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Climate-control clothing

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The right clothing is a major factor in winning sports competitions, but natural fibers such as wool and cotton are hydrophilic and absorb moisture. Synthetic fabrics such as Capilene, Fieldsensor and Drylete are designed to keep the wearer warm in cold temperatures and cool in hot ones.

Author: Thomas, Dana
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
Usage, Sportswear, Clothing, Materials, Athletes, Sport clothes, Synthetic fabrics

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Your gynecological IQ

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Questions a woman asks her gynecologist are very important since for most women, this is the only doctor they consult. Medical knowledge is changing, along with the annual exams, tools and machines. Questions on gynecology are presented in a query-answer format.

Author: Thomas, Dana
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1993
Practice, Health, Terminology, Gynecology

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Anatomy of an orgasm

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Researchers have identified the lower spinal cord as the epicenter of orgasm. Orgasm becomes possible when stimulation of nerves located around the urethra interrupt the production of serotonin, a chemical that inhibits orgasm.

Author: Thomas, Dana
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1992
Physiological aspects, Orgasm

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