The Health Benefits of Kissing
Kissing is good for many reasons. While most people kiss to show affection, science gives us a new reason to lay one on your partner. Turns out, not only is it fun, it’s actually good for you! Researchers have revealed several reasons kissing can improve your health.
1. It Improves Immunity
When you kiss somebody, you’re exchanging germs with each other. Because around 20 percent of these germs are unique for every person, when they are introduced into our partner’s bodies, they begin to produce antibodies to fight these foreign bacteria. Basically, our body creates its own vaccination and in essence our immune systems are improved.
2. Stress Relief
Kissing releases chemicals in the body such as oxytocin, endorphins, and dopamine which make you feel good and feel connected with another person. The chemicals are also responsible for improving your mood and making you feel less stressed. For a quick and fun way to de-stress after a long day, grab your hunny and give him/her a smooch!
3. Allergy Fix
The results of a Japanese study found that a half of an hour of kissing can slow down histamine production and provide relief from sneezing and a runny nose.
4. Dental Health Benefits
Because kissing produces saliva, acids that may cause decay are neutraliz
ed with this bonus saliva. It may also help to wash away food particles and plaque. Also, saliva contains mineral salts that can strengthen your teeth. In addition to keeping good dental health, it is also vitally important that you maintain your periodontal health. Visit Detroit periodontist, Dr. Joe Nemeth's website for more information about periodontal health and gum disease.
5. Burns Calories
Depending on what type of kissing you’re doing, it can burn up to six calories a minute. You also use approximately 30 facial muscles when kissing which may help improve the appearance of your face. While it’s not exactly a strenuous work out, we’ll take any excuse we can to have fun and burn calories!
Source: http://www.self.com/health/2010/08/five-benefits-of-kissing-slideshow#slide