Did you know that in an intense kiss we exchange about 80 million bacteria with our partner? And not only that: according to a study, the chemicals in saliva help us evaluate a possible partner to decide if they are the most suitable.
In addition, kissing has many benefits:
– A kiss can burn you 15 calories in a few minutes.
– During the kiss hormones such as dopamine, adrenaline and oxytocin are released, which cause us feelings of happiness, pleasure and attachment.
– Kissing reduces the levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, and makes us feel more relaxed.
– Kisses favor the dilation of blood vessels, thus helping to lower blood pressure .
– In addition, giving and receiving kisses improves our self-esteem .
