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Waist beads: For the Mijikenda, it possessed the power to attract and evoke deep intimate emotions

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Waist beads and anklets have been worn by Mijikenda women for centuries, and for many reasons.

For some it is an important ingredient to spice up sex life among couples. Others, however, claim the beads and anklets are worn for spirituality or to heal infertility.

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