Check out these 4 interesting benefits of Kissing
Kissing is an emotional act that makes two people in a relationship bond, involving the lips being intertwined together.
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Even though other forms of kissing like blowing kisses in the air exists, the physical forms that are done not just between a couple but with family and friends also have a mental benefit that is good for your health.
Heightens Happy Hormones:
During this act, the brain sets loose the feel-good chemicals at the center of your brain, leaving you high on happiness. Such chemicals like serotonin, oxytocin, and dopamine are released and reduce stress.
Reduces Blood Pressure:
Whether romantically or otherwise, be assured of reduced blood pressure. The process of kissing makes the heart rate increase, This, therefore, increases blood flow thus the reduction of blood pressure. What a sweet way to control your blood pressure.
Helps with Headaches:
Do you usually have that constant pounding headache? Just like with the stress levels are reduced, taking away the cortisol causing the headache.
Toned Face:
Need to work out your face? Kissing is the routine to go for. The face is said to have muscles and when kissing between 2-34 of those muscles are having a great workout, especially when done often. With that, the face is toned up making you look ageless.
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For these reasons, the next time an opportunity comes running to stamp your face with a big kiss, or get a passionate kiss from a lover, remember that there are some psychological benefits to your health.
