Brain scans show that people who view photos of a beloved experience an activation of the caudate - the part of the brain involving cravings.
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Falling in love raises levels of nerve growth in a person's brain for about a year and can improve their memory.
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The average person will go on a date at least 100 times before they finally marry.
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A poll has found that computer 'nerds' make the best lovers, with 82 percent of IT geeks claiming they put their partner's pleasure above their own.
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Studies show that the risk of a “secret love” being revealed heightens romantic feelings for the partners, thanks to increased levels of phenylethylamine (PEA).
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Historically, sweat has been an active ingredient in perfume and love potions.
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Parents receive 1 out of every 5 Valentines.
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When a male gentoo penguin "falls in love" with a female penguin, he searches the entire beach to find the perfect pebble to present to her.
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