Dear Yvonne,
Are men’s nipples really that sensitive? I wouldn’t think so. What would make them so?
—Brad

Dear Brad,
In both men and women, the nipples are surrounded by the areola and consist of smooth muscle fibers that cause them to become erect, (like when cold or sexually excited). During sexual stimulation, the nipples fill with blood, becoming more sensitive to the touch in some individuals; male or female.

Dr. Yvonne Kristín Fulbright is a sex educator, relationship expert, columnist and founder of Sexuality Source Inc. She is the author of several books including, “Touch Me There! A Hands-On Guide to Your Orgasmic Hot Spots.”

There are key players in your child’s educational experience. The teacher, the principal, and you all have clearly defined roles in your child’s emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. There is, however, an often under-used player in schools across America; someone who is ready and willing to help. Each school has a guidance counselor, an important figure in the school but one that is often overlooked. The guidance counselor has a variety of “hats” to wear and can assist you and your child in many ways.

Scheduling
High school guidance counselors often aid in the creation of class schedules. Your child may want to meet with his guidance counselor to discuss his schedule for next year. Although most core classes are pre-determined based on state graduation requirements, your child may have elective classes to choose from and having the guidance counselor discuss his options helps him choose the right one.

School-wide campaigns
Schools have begun adapting specific curriculum or programs targeting bullying, drug or alcohol use, and healthy lifestyles among children. The guidance counselor is often the point person implementing these programs and training other school personnel to respond to situations regarding these issues. Reach out to the counselor for more information or for pointers on how to discuss these important topics with your children. Should your child be affected by any of these issues, you can use the counselor as a mediator or support for your family.

Individual counseling
Guidance counselors are often wearing their “other hats” so don’t forget their area of expertise. Your child may be having a hard time transitioning to a new school, establishing a positive relationship with a new teacher, or navigating a difficult friendship. Each of these situations may warrant a chat with the school counselor. Introduce yourself and your child to the counselor at the beginning of the school year so you have an established relationship.

References
School guidance counselors often have experience beyond the school and a network of professionals to reach out to. If you feel your child needs help beyond the parameters of school, ask for a reference from the guidance counselor. Your child may need to speak with a professional whose experience is in a specific area, such as childhood depression or eating disorders. You may also feel your child may need more extensive counseling that will require time beyond the school day.

These are just some ways the school guidance counselor can help your child. Don’t be afraid to reach out to the counselor and ask for assistance in other areas or ask her to direct you to the appropriate person. With all their roles in school, counselors are exceptional resources for you and your family.

Jennifer Cerbasi teaches at a public school for children on the autism spectrum in New Jersey. As a coordinator of Applied Behavioral Analysis programs in the home, she works with parents to create and implement behavioral plans for their children in an environment that fosters both academic and social growth. In addition to her work both in the classroom and at home, she is also a member of the National Association of Special Education Teachers and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Who knew there was so much to a food package? To follow up on last week’s nutrition labeling article, we’ll cover a few more key items – % Daily Value and label claims.

% Daily Value:

These percentages are targeted at adults and children over 4 years of age and are derived from two separate references: Daily Reference Values (DRVs) and Reference Daily Intakes (RDIs).

These should not be confused with Dietary Reference Intakes, more commonly known as DRIs.  DRVs and RDIs are based on adequate research, and though dated they provide a framework for the average American’s 2000 Calorie Diet.  What you see on the package is a simple interpretation of these two values combined into one (hopefully) more meaningful percentage known as the Daily Value.  The goal of the % Daily Value (DV) is to assist consumers in interpreting information regarding the amount of a certain nutrient present in food, and to make comparing food products easier.  For example, you could pick up a bag of pretzels and a box of saltines and quickly compare total fat by using the % DV per serving.

There are a couple things to keep in mind about % DV.  One, it’s based on a 2000 calorie diet which, depending on your age, weight, and other factors could be too many or too few.  In other words, 65 grams of fat is too much for a sedentary 5 year old needing only 1400 daily calories daily, but not enough for an athletic adolescent in need of 3,000 calories each day.  These recommendations also don’t take into consideration disease-specific prevention guidelines such as “heart healthy” or “low glycemic index.” For a middle age consumer at risk for heart disease, 2400 milligrams of sodium and 20 grams of saturated fat are far too high.

%DV are based on the following:

Making the Claim

There are three types of label claims to be aware of.  Okay, technically four types of claims, but for our purposes here…just three.

Nutrient Content Claims characterize the level of a given nutrient in a food.  Examples include “Free,” “Low,” “Reduced/Less” and their approved synonyms.  For example, “Zero,” “Contains a small amount of,” and “Lower,” respectively.

•    Examples include: “Trans Fat Free,” “Low Calorie,” or “Reduced Sodium”
•    Remember each has their own definition so let’s learn from calories and fat:

Health Claims establish that a relationship exists between the presence of a level of a substance in a food and a disease or health condition.  They require Significant Scientific Agreement, or in layman’s terms, lots of research-based evidence that this relationship indeed exists.

•    An example of a health claim is the paragraph on most oatmeal boxes that vaguely suggests that a diet rich in soluble fiber and low in saturated fat can decrease the risk of heart disease.

Qualified Health Claims are the technicality I mentioned above.  There are only four of these and to the untrained eye (or even trained eye for that matter) they are difficult to spot because the language is similar to health claims; they are simply expedited health claims that do not require “Significant Scientific Agreement”.  They’re still trustworthy so don’t bother trying to distinguish between the quick and dirty version and the real thing.

Structure/Function Claims are statements seen on dietary supplements that describe the role of a nutrient pertaining to a specific bodily function.  These are typically more vague and don’t clearly establish a relationship between a given nutrient and disease.  “Helps Maintain Iron-Rich Blood,” on a bottle of iron tablets is one example.  Note: These claims are typically linked by asterisk to this statement:

•    “These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.”

Today’s tidbits are just a reminder that EVERY word on a food label absolutely has meaning behind it.  While there are entire regulatory departments at each major food company crossing their T’s and dotting their I’s, it’s important to always remember to go with you what you know, not with what the label sells.  Again, go in with a list and come out with what was on the list.

Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD is a nutritionist and founder of www.Skinnyandthecity.com.    She is also the creator of The F-Factor Diet™, an innovative nutritional program she has used for more than ten years to provide hundreds of her clients with all the tools they need to achieve easy weight loss and maintenance, improved health and well-being.  For more information log onto www.FFactorDiet.com.

President Obama and Attorney General Eric Holder have decided to bring five of those who plotted the 9/11 hijackings to Manhattan to stand trial in federal court.  

One of those who will be tried is Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the principal architect of the 9/11 attacks and someone believed to have been involved in the 1993 World Trade Center bombings, the 2000 aborted plan to attack Los Angeles International Airport and other atrocities. This decision carries the clear message that the War on Terror should never have been considered a real military action against a foreign entity, but a police action not unlike the War on Drugs or against organized crime.  

It’s a critical difference, and the reframing brings with it potential psychological whiplash in the American people, many of whom will now be left trying to sort out whether they were misled in a dramatic, wholesale fashion by a former President, or by this one.  Either conclusion is anxiety-provoking. The decision to try these men in civilian court also, however, has other, very serious psychological implications for many millions of Americans.  

First, the families of those killed in the 9/11 attacks will see those who orchestrated the murders of their loved ones lawyered-up, dressed up, with their own supporters potentially in attendance or demonstrating in the streets.   Their futures will be determined not by the military form of justice that takes into account the way facts are gathered on a battlefield in times of war, but by whether they were read their Miranda rights prior to being arrested and whether they were treated by the standards extended to American citizens who are arrested for armed robbery or rape.  

They will contemplate for months or years the very real possibility that those who destroyed their families will go free on technicalities. Beyond the families of victims, the entire population of Manhattan and the cities immediately surrounding it can be expected to experience symptoms consistent with the reawakening of the terror of September 11.  They will see legions of security forces deployed in their streets.  They may have a vague or more acute sense that the city is again being attacked—or that it will be attacked during the trials.  They may avoid certain areas of the city, or avoid the city entirely—for prolonged periods of time.  They may experience low mood, insomnia, flashbacks or nightmares.  

 Hopefully, the Obama Administration will team up with New York state officials to offer specialized psychological services through schools and churches and synagogues and police departments, in order to stave off some of the inevitable psychological fallout.  These services should be deployed soon and should be available for a significant period of time after the trials have concluded. Beyond Manhattan and its neighboring cities, beyond New York State, the nation as a whole will, of course, be in a prolonged state of hypervigilance (another hallmark of posttraumatic stress), wondering whether terrorists will see Manhattan during the 9/11 trials as the target to end all targets, the ultimate canvas for a bloody monument to Jihad.

Forget anything like normal consumer patterns or tourism during the trials.  People don’t tend to flock to prime targets for dirty bombs. It’s going to be ugly psychologically for Americans, even if the 9/11 defendants are ultimately convicted.  

If they’re found innocent due to violations of their civil rights, something vital in the fabric of the American psyche—the sense that we can protect one another and rely on our government to help us do it—could begin to fray.

Dr. Keith Ablow is a psychiatry correspondent for FOX News Channel and a New York Times bestselling author. His book, “Living the Truth: Transform Your Life through the Power of Insight and Honesty” has launched a new self-help movement including www.livingthetruth.com. Dr. Ablow can be emailed at info@keithablow.com.

Dr. Cynara Coomer

I am outraged with the recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Not only does it send a mixed message to women about the benefits of a screening mammogram, it is also a dangerous practice to not screen women between the ages of 40-49 without an alternative test. Furthermore, early detection of breast cancer by mammograms has shown to have a significant decrease in the number of deaths. Although the numbers are more impressive for women over the age of 50, there is still a large impact for women in the 40-49 age group. For every 1,300 women screened between the ages of 50-59, one woman’s life is saved. For every 1,900 women screened between the ages of 40-49, one woman’s life is saved.  Is the difference in the ratio really worth denying women in their 40s a chance of survival?

Proponents of the task force’s recommendation argue that screening women in their 40s has led to a high number of false negatives, needless biopsies and unnecessary anxiety. However the impact of saving a woman’s life in my perspective outweighs these problems. Ultimately, we need to find more appropriate tests to screen women, but the mammogram is our best available modality at this time.

Because of the number of women under the age of 50 that I personally treat in my practice for breast cancer, I will not go against the American Cancer Society guidelines of starting mammograms at the age of 40. Depending on their risk factors, some women may need a baseline mammogram at the age of 35. The impact of these guidelines is not only about survival outcomes, it is also about the treatment options that are available when breast cancer is found early. When breast cancer is found at an early stage, there are more surgical options and it usually does not require the addition of chemotherapy. On the other hand, when cancer is found at a later stage, surgical options become more limited and treatment will most likely include radiation and chemotherapy. The prognosis is also worse when cancer is found at a later stage. So to think that costs will be lowered by decreasing the number of screening tests does not make sense when we risk diagnosing breast cancer at a later stage. In the end, the cost of treating advanced breast cancer is far more expensive.

I hope the task force reconsiders and reverses their recommendation so that women will continue to understand that mammograms starting at the age of 40 save lives.

Dr. Cynara Coomer is an assistant professor of surgery specializing in breast health and breast cancer surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. She is a FOX News Health contributor providing medical expertise on a variety of topics in cancer research with a focus on women’s health, breast diseases and tips for healthy breasts at any age.

A traditional plant from the forests of South America may be the next big diet breakthrough, holding important chemical keys to weight loss and a lean physique. Yerba Mate’ (Ilex paraguariensis) is a tree cultivated in Paraguay, Brazil and northern Argentina. For centuries yerba mate’ has been consumed as a traditional tonic and natural stimulant beverage. The leaves of Yerba Mate’ are made into a hot or cold beverage, and this Yerba Mate’ “tea” is drunk to alleviate fatigue, suppress appetite, stimulate body and mind, and boost metabolism. Yerba mate’ also demonstrates 5-lipoxygenase inhibitory activity, which makes the herb of use in some cases of mild to moderate asthma. Over the past few years, various brands of Yerba mate’ have shown up in the natural foods stores and increasingly in conventional food stores as well.

Yerba mate’ contains more than 250 known natural compounds, most notably the alkaloids caffeine, theophylline and theobromine.  These agents promote central nervous stimulation, and act as diuretics, causing the body to shed water.  Additionally, Yerba mate’ is rich in a group of compounds called the chlorogenic acids. These agents help to suppress appetite, regulate metabolism and inhibit fat production.  This makes Yerba mate’ an ideal agent in the fight against unwanted body fat.

Dried Yerba Mate’ naturally contains approximately 1 – 2 percent caffeine. But most significant is the chlorogenic acids value of Yerba mate’. Dried Yerba Mate’ naturally contains approximately 10% of this unique group of compounds.  Chlorogenic acids also shows up in concentration in coffee, and this is why a shot of espresso after a meal can aid digestion, slow glucose release into the blood stream, and help to reduce production of fat.

There are several means by which weight loss and weight control can be achieved. Though calorie restriction almost inevitably results in better weight control, this approach is often difficult in and of itself. Exercise too is a highly significant factor in weight control, but often people find that due to lifestyle demands they cannot be consistent enough in an exercise program to achieve weight goals. Among the other means of weight control, glucose control, thermogenesis, appetite suppression and increased diuresis can enhance your ability to reduce weight and keep it off. Yerba mate’ performs these functions, thereby improving the odds of achieving weight goals. Drinking Yerba mate’ helps to stabilize blood sugar, suppress appetite, increase caloric burn rate, and increase urination, thereby reducing overall body water weight. Safe and effective, Yerba mate’ may be just what you require to meet your weight goals.

Guidelines for Use
A traditional plant with a long history of safe use, Yerba mate’ is a modern diet aid when incorporated daily into the diet. My recommendation is to drink 2 – 4 cups of yerba mate daily. You can find it plain or in flavors like chai spice or mixed with mint. As for brands of Yerba mate’, I recommend Guayaki, Mate’ Factor and Pixie brands, all of which can be found in natural food stores. Do not expect miracle weight loss. If you eat sensibly and exercise on a regular basis, Yerba mate will help you to gradually reduce excess weight. It takes time to become overweight, and it takes time to shed pounds as well.

Recipes for Boosting Immunity

Dr. Manny and I did a segment on immunity-enhancing blender drinks, and more than a few of you asked for recipes.   So here you go.

Acai super smoothie
In a blender, add one freezer pack of acai (like Sambazon brand), or 8 ounces of any acai juice
One banana
A handful of blueberries, fresh or frozen
One tablespoon of maca powder (like Navitas brand)
Blend until smooth and drink for energy and overall vitality enhancement

Yerba mate’ Immune Booster
In a teapot add two bags of yerba mate tea (Guayaki or Mate Factor or Pixie brands)
Finely shred one piece of fresh ginger the size of a thumb
The juice of one fresh lemon
Fill teapot with freshly boiled water and steep for minimum five minutes
Strain and drink with honey added to taste

Pomegranate Blast
In a blender, add 8 ounces of pomegranate juice
A handful of dried Goji berries (available in natural food stores)
4 or 5 fresh strawberries
A couple of large spoons of yogurt
Blend until smooth

The above recipes all have one thing in common. They provide concentrated nutrition, lots of potent antioxidant protection, and a delicious way to enhance your overall health. Enjoy!

Chris Kilham is a medicine hunter who researches natural remedies all over the world, from the Amazon to Siberia. He teaches ethnobotany courses at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he is Explorer In Residence. Chris advises herbal, cosmetic and pharmaceutical companies and is a regular guest on radio and TV programs worldwide.  His field research is largely sponsored by Naturex of Avignon, France. Read more at www.MedicineHunter.com

If I’m confused, I can only imagine what women are thinking throughout America this morning. As recently as Monday morning, I saw some 40-year-old patients in my office and talked to them about the benefits of mammograms. I based my recommendations on the analysis that the American Cancer Society and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology have said for the last 5-7 years. And I have seen the benefits of early detection and screening in my own experience with a significant amount of cancers being prevented in women in the 40-49 age group.

I have also seen young patients die of breast cancer, so it was very surprising to me that this federally appointed panel came out with the recommendation that women start getting mammograms at age 50 and then every two years after that without even considering the impact that it could have on preventive medicine. So far, the only thing I can conclude from their statements is that they’re playing a numbers game and based on their theoretical statistical analyses and data from some European countries such as Sweden, the cost-benefits ratio in their mathematical calculations made it more beneficial at the age of 50 than it would be at the age of 40.

Saving someone from cancer should not be a numbers game, but unfortunately, this seems to be the trend coming to America. Save dollars, and make it cost effective. I don’t mind that medical policies change, but what I do mind, is when these decisions are made by bureaucratic panels without considering the impact that it can have on the patients and the physicians treating them. As of today, it appears that the American Cancer Society disagrees with these new recommendations, so I can only imagine what insurance companies are going to be saying in the very near future.

Finally, I really want to express my discontent with the advice being given to younger women not to bother doing self exams. We teach women about the importance of becoming familiar with their bodies. Self examination can yield lesions in a woman’s breast that if recognized and worked-up could prevent death and disease. It does not cost anything, and it can only provide vital information that is important to health care professionals. But as I said earlier, it’s always a numbers game. I just hope my daughter doesn’t become one of those statistics, that at least to some people, do not seem to matter.

You’re standing in the cereal aisle and faced with a difficult question – do you pick the package touting whole grains or the one with the “Sensible Solution” banner?  The one suggesting it’s a “Smart Choice” or displaying a “Smart Spot?”

Recently it seems that in an effort to make grocery shopping easier, a few too many cooks got into the kitchen and made a royal mess of it all.  The tricky part is that each of the aforementioned nutrition labeling systems, along with many others, has its own set of criteria.  They’re similar, yes, but none are perfect and they can certainly be a confusing eye-sore for those trying to get in and out of the store quickly. 

There is some good news.  The Food and Drug Administration, which regulates nutrition labeling, is working to update the famous (infamous for some) black and white Nutrition Facts Panel found on the majority of items in the grocery store.  Better yet, the FDA is planning to come down hard on the food companies that make their products look healthier than they actually are.  The FDA’s ultimate goal is to create a uniform labeling system and establish industry wide standards for  nutrition claims.  In the meantime, we’ll take a look at what’s out there today.

Nutrition labeling systems have actually been around since the mid-90s when the American Heart Association launched the Heart Check label to promote heart healthier food products.  PepsiCo and Kraft Foods followed about a decade later with their Smart Spot and Sensible Solution products respectively, which indicate “better for you” items.  Other large corporations followed suit with their own versions, and recently supermarket chains have launched their own campaigns, with their own criteria, with their own objectives of highlighting the best of the best when it comes to more waistline-friendly products.

The trouble is, we’re not comparing apples to orange, but rather Cocoa Krispies to…Fruit Loops.  

In an already overwhelming supermarket, the plethora of nutrition labeling separate from the FDA regulated Nutrition Facts Panel only makes matters worse.  So what should you do?  Keep in mind that each labeling system has its own standards for determining which products get stars or flags or thumbs up or what have you; each system also has slightly different priorities– heart healthy vs. low carb vs. low calorie vs. MUST SELL THIS.  Regardless of the standards used (some are published, but most are not) you need to keep the bigger picture in mind.  

For example, when shopping for cereal go with what you know -  a good source of fiber without lots of added sugars, and avoid the word “cookie or cocoa” in the title.  If you’re shopping for soda go with diet, if you want pasta look for whole grain, if you want something sweet focus more on portions sizes than anything else.  Get the chocolate cake if you crave it, but only eat a small slice or buy pre-portioned “diet” desserts if you don’t trust your will power. 

Most importantly, go in with a list, and come out with what was on your list.  Plan meals ahead to save money, time and calories.  Whenever possible, avoid the middle aisles.  Focus on the perimeter– dairy, meat, deli, and produce.  And when in doubt, keep Michael Pollan’s mantra in your head: “Eat food.  Not too much.  Mostly plants.”

Stay tuned next week for Part II where we’ll take an even closer look at label claims and % Daily Value. 

Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD is a nutritionist and founder of www.Skinnyandthecity.com.    She is also the creator of The F-Factor Diet™, an innovative nutritional program she has used for more than ten years to provide hundreds of her clients with all the tools they need to achieve easy weight loss and maintenance, improved health and well-being.  For more information log onto www.FFactorDiet.com.

Four times a year, parents across America get feedback on their child’s academic performance and it’s not always good news. Report cards can produce anxiety and stress for parents who want to help their children but aren’t sure how to do so. Keep in mind that a poor report card also produces anxiety and stress in your child, although these emotions may manifest differently in your child. A child who says he doesn’t care about his grades could be upset about doing poorly or lacking in self confidence. The same goes for children who act out when confronted about poor grades. No one wants to do poorly in school, but many are unsure of how to do well.

It is important to note that a bad report card can mean different things for different children. One child may maintain a certain average, then suddenly dip below that mark. Another child may earn grades that are low across the board. Whether this is your child’s first poor report card or fifth, you can do something about it and help your child take steps toward success.

If your child comes home with a poor report card, follow these three steps to getting him back on track and on his way to a more positive learning experience.

Stay calm
You’re obviously upset but bringing those feelings to the table will undoubtedly produce anxiety in your child. Your child knows his grades are poor so you don’t need to state the obvious. Taking the emotion out of your interaction provides a neutral platform for you and your child to discuss the changes that need to be made in order to improve her grades. Avoid phrases like “I’m disappointed in you,” “You need to try harder,” or accusatory statements like “How many tests did you fail?” These statements are sure to produce anxiety or anger in your child and will inhibit her ability to communicate with you. Say “Tell me about Math class” instead. Approach your child when you have time to sit down and talk. We are all cranky when we are hungry, thirsty, or tired so keep that in mind when choosing a time to talk. Inviting your child to share a cup of tea or a snack is a comfortable arena in which to address the report card. Maintain your cool throughout the conversation, even if your child raises her voice.

Speak to the teacher
Parent-teacher conferences are typically scheduled around the time report cards are handed out. If your child’s school isn’t offering one, ask for one. Send the teacher a list of questions before the meeting so she can have answers for you at the meeting and possibly show you work samples. Approach the teacher calmly and ask for specifics about work your child may be missing, poor test scores, or areas of concern. Look at the breakdown of grades and the percentages your child earned for homework, classwork, participation, and tests. Ask for strategies that are being used in the classroom to support your child as well as strategies you can use at home. Neither the school nor the family can turn around a poor report card alone- it is a team effort. Ask to follow up with the teacher about two weeks after the initial conference to see if your child is showing improvement.

Establish your next step
Parents sometimes take the “wait and see” approach, especially since this is the first report card of the year. This approach never works, since we know that once a habit is established it is hard to break. Your next step may be following through with the teacher’s suggestions. You may also consider hiring a tutor or going to a learning center to seek extra support or new strategies for your child. Another option is to ask a neighbor, friend, or older family member to help with homework. Finding someone to tutor who has a strength where your child experiences a challenge could be a good match. Consider asking a teenage cousin or neighbor to help younger children a few days a week. Younger children often look up to older children so having a positive influence while doing homework may help motivate your child. If you do choose to have someone else work with your child, make sure you communicate specifics about your child’s strengths and challenges and strategies the teacher has already used or suggested.

It is important to remind your child that she is in control of her grades. She was not given poor grades; she earned them. Fortunately, this means she is in control of bringing her grades up again. Most teachers are clear as to what they are looking for in an essay, project, or test. Help your child outline the goals of an assignment when it is first assigned and check in with her frequently to see that she is staying on target. If extra credit is offered, sit down together to tackle the assignment.

Remember to praise your child for following through on school work, not just for earning good grades. Some children put forth good effort and still do not earn A’s. It is important to praise your child’s work ethic since this is truly a skill that will get her through life. Continued praise and positive support will help your child do her best.

Jennifer Cerbasi teaches at a public school for children on the autism spectrum in New Jersey. As a coordinator of Applied Behavioral Analysis programs in the home, she works with parents to create and implement behavioral plans for their children in an environment that fosters both academic and social growth. In addition to her work both in the classroom and at home, she is also a member of the National Association of Special Education Teachers and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Dear Yvonne,
What makes people attracted to one another?
—Tommy

Dear Tommy,
Studies over the years have consistently found that we tend to be attracted to people who are similar to us in socio-economic status, intelligence, background (ie., ethnicity), values (ie., religion), attractiveness, expectations, and attitudes. Even if “opposites” have an intense, initial attraction, they tend not to stay together in the long-term since people prefer and find comfort in sameness. It also makes the relationship a lot easier, for example, less conflict.

Dr. Yvonne Kristín Fulbright is a sex educator, relationship expert, columnist and founder of Sexuality Source Inc. She is the author of several books including, “Touch Me There! A Hands-On Guide to Your Orgasmic Hot Spots.”