Ten seconds of hugging a day increases levels of oxytocin, which can reduce blood pressure, thus cutting the risk of heart disease.
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A Korean man called Lee Jin-gyu fell in love with his large, huggable pillow and married it.
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Cuddling (or other ‘love’ acts) helps to heal physical wounds faster due to the release of Oxytocin which is proven to reduce swelling.
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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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Sandy, an African Penguin, has been in 'love' with her keeper at the Nuremburg zoo since 1996.
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Kissing releases masses of oxytocin, a "love potion" that helps couples bond and feel more attracted to each other.
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In Korea, there's a man named Lee Jin-gyu who fell in love and married his life-sized Japanese body pillow (called a "dakimakura").
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There's a love mattress that is specifically designed for couples who sleep on each other's arms.
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