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The 10 Smartest Things You Can Do for Your Body This Summer

Toni Bark's secrets for staying happy, sharp, and healthy
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Have More Sex
Among other things: Sex stimulates the autonomic nervous system and can help reduce stress, strengthen the pelvic floor muscles (which helps prevent incontinence), and fortify your core. If you're between partners, Bark recommends the beautifully designed and engineered Swedish toys from lelo.com, which can help you achieve the same health benefits on your own.
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From the July 2012 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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