15 benefits of love for the body

PhD in Medicine, therapist

Love…

… promotes weight loss

Lovers are actively producing the so-called hormones of joy – endorphins. When they are in abundance, the hand does not reach for sweets, which on ordinary days are often the main source of joy. Other hormones – amphetamines – reduce appetite and sleepiness. In addition, dating with your loved one is a great way to lose extra pounds: with a passionate kiss, 12 kcal are burned, and in 15 minutes of sex – about 200 kcal.

 …increases self-esteem and immunity

During falling in love, the center responsible in the brain for being critical of oneself, others and situations works differently. A person becomes self-confident, hidden complexes recede, a woman actually feels “the most charming and attractive”. And when a person is satisfied with himself, he is in a good mood, easily and without consequences endure stress and is less sick with colds. Happy people have increased immunity.

 …saves from allergies

In a person in a state of euphoria, the amount of natural brain stimulants (including adrenaline) increases. This inhibits the production of histamine, serotonin, kinins and other provocateurs of allergies and inflammations in the body and reduces sensitivity to them. As a result, seasonal allergic rhinitis and eczema are more easily tolerated or disappear altogether.

…strengthens the heart and blood vessels

An irresistible craving for each other is the result of an increased level of sex hormones: in women – estrogen and testosterone, in men – testosterone. These hormones strengthen the muscles in internal organs, including the heart, and the walls of blood vessels. And this reduces the risk of hypertension, atherosclerosis, and therefore heart attacks and strokes. 

When Albert Einstein came to a dead end at work, he called his wife and asked … to hug him. The touch of his beloved woman gave impetus to his thoughts.

Hugs and touches …

 …calm the nervous system

Our skin is made up of millions of receptors that are associated with all organs. Moreover, women have 10 times more of these receptors than men, and the skin is much thinner. That is why the fair sex is more sensitive to touch. For some women, touching is more enjoyable than sex. Hugging in the body increases the amount of the hormone oxytocin, which normalizes the nervous system and relieves depression. Doctors advise men to hug their beloved ladies at least 5 times a day.  

…lower blood pressure

Skin receptors are directly related to the blood pressure regulation system. And the oxytocin produced in the body of a person in love lowers blood pressure. As a result, hypertensive patients’ blood pressure normalizes, headache goes away, and hypotensive patients cease to feel weakness and dizziness.

…accelerate recovery

Touching increases the level of hemoglobin in the body. And he is responsible for the delivery of oxygen from the respiratory system to the tissues. The more oxygen, the more efficiently the whole body works, the immunity increases, and the recovery from diseases is faster.

 … reduce pain

Stroking 5 times increases the production of oxytocin, which regulates body temperature, relieves spasms and dulls pain, as well as endorphin, which dulls pain and causes a feeling of euphoria. 

Kisses …

… improve the condition of the teeth

Increased salivation clears the oral cavity, reduces acid levels that lead to tooth decay, and prevents plaque build-up. In saliva during a kiss, the level of calcium and phosphorus rises, and these trace elements strengthen the teeth and save from periodontal disease.

… vaccinate

The saliva of all people consists of 80% of the same bacteria and 20% of individual ones. By kissing, people exchange individual bacteria, and they force the immune system to produce antibodies, as a result, partners receive protection from more harmful bacteria. Scientists call this cross-talk immunotherapy.

…cleanse organs

After the kiss, breathing quickens and deepens, the person makes 60 breaths instead of the usual 20, as a result, more oxygen enters the lungs, the pulse increases, the blood runs faster through the vessels. The organs are “flushed”, removing unnecessary substances. Holding your breath while kissing stimulates the work of all organs. By the way, in yoga, many exercises are based on holding the breath.

 …prevent the appearance of wrinkles

The deep kiss uses 39 facial muscles that control the mouth and jaw. Trained muscles prevent wrinkles. And a happy smile does not let the corners of the lips sink.

Sex…

… the breast and female organs are protected

Irregular sexual relations in women disrupt the normal ratio of hormones, which leads to mastopathy (thickening of the breast tissue), which in some cases can provoke more serious diseases. In the female genital organs, local immunity decreases, and this is a direct path to inflammation.

It has been established that women who rarely have sex or do not experience pleasure from it develop endometriosis – a disease in which the cell layer lining the uterine cavity migrates to unusual places and develops there, turning into a tumor.

 … rejuvenates and promotes longevity

The act of love helps the body create new nerve cells, including the brain. They rejuvenate the body. Scientists believe that the risk of death in men who have an orgasm at least once a week is reduced by 50%.

Unrequited love …

… stimulates you to lead a healthy lifestyle

Unhappy love becomes a powerful stimulus for development. A person makes a dizzying career, monitors his appearance and health – and all this in order to prove his mistake to the object of love.