Six Health Benefits Of Kissing Which You May Not Know

The National Kissing Day for 2023 is June 22, but it is doubtful if many who recognise that memorial know the attendant health benefits that come with the practise.

The day is all about showing your love and improving your health. Here are science-backed benefits that you need to know.

Get rid of bacteria

Kissing leads to increased saliva production, which helps our teeth rid themselves of harmful bacteria. The extra saliva helps the teeth and protects them from acid attacks,

Give your immunity system a boost

Many studies have shown that having a variety of bacterial species correlates with good health. A diverse microbiome can help regulate the immune system and protect against harmful germs.

It lowers anxiety

One of the primary health benefits of kissing is its ability to release the hormone oxytocin (known as the love hormone). Research has also shown that kissing reduces the chemical cortisol, which is associated with stress.

Kissing lowers blood pressure

Our lips are made up of blood vessels, which become dilated during kissing. “The blood is then directed toward the face and away from the rest of the body. So the demand on the heart goes down, resulting in lower blood pressure.

Helps delay signs of aging

The increased blood flow to your face while kissing can stimulate collagen production and contribute to anti-aging which is another health benefit. It also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which is the substance “that beautiful skin is made of.

 It increases sex drive

The hormone responsible for sex drive in both women and men—is released into saliva during prolonged kissing.

A study conducted sometimes ago revealed that men  were more likely than  women  to initiate open-mouth kissing and kissing with tongue contact, and male saliva contains measurable amounts of the sex hormone testosterone, which can affect libido,

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