Kissing has 8 benefits to the body, know what science says ( International Kissing Day 6th July 2023)
Kiss is not only a healthy relationship, but many benefits related to its health are also told. According to experts, a romantic kiss can reduce 2 to 26 calories from the body. Apart from the partner, kisses given to family members or friends also have many mental and physical benefits. On the occasion of Kiss-Day, let us know what science says on this subject.
Happy Hormones - Kissing triggers your brain to release a cocktail of chemicals that make you feel good. It contains chemicals such as oxytocin, dopamine and serotonin, which encourage your feelings and connections to become stronger.
Oxytocin- Oxytocin is a chemical, which is related to the bonding of couples. This chemical is released when you feel a special connection with someone. Along with your long term relationship, it also has a special role in many health related matters.
Relief from stress-anxiety- When the cortisol level decreases during kissing, the person also feels stress-free. Along with kissing, affective communication such as hugging or saying I love you is also considered better for our psychological process.
Blood Pressure - Andrea Dimirjian, author of a famous book, says, 'Kiss dilates blood vessels by increasing our heart rate. Due to the dilatation of blood vessels, the blood flow increases and the blood pressure decreases immediately.
Relief from headache spasms- Due to dilatation of blood vessels and increase in blood flow, the problem of spasm is also relieved. Experts say that when blood pressure comes down due to the dilation of blood vessels, then problems like headache also get relief.
Cholesterol Improvement- According to a report published in 2009, the experience of a romantic kissing is also associated with the cholesterol level in the body. In which body the cholesterol level can be maintained. This can also reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Calorie burn- Experts say that kiss can burn the calories of our body faster. One minute's kiss can reduce from 2 to 26 calories. It may not be considered as the best formula for weight loss, but it is true that it reduces extra calories.
Effect on self-confidence- Kissing boosts happy hormones in the body and decreases cortisol levels. This strengthens our confidence even more. In a study conducted in the year 2016, the level of cortisol was found to be very high in unhappy people.
.png)
