The left ear is more responsive to words of love and emotion whispered into it than the right.
44
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.
464
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.
25
Historically, sweat has been an active ingredient in perfume and love potions.
309
Brain scans show that people who view photos of a beloved experience an activation of the caudate - the part of the brain involving cravings.
103
Kissing releases masses of oxytocin, a "love potion" that helps couples bond and feel more attracted to each other.
13
Every year around 1 billion Valentine cards are sent. After Christmas it's a single largest seasonal card-sending occasion.
14
It's possible to die from a broken heart; it's called Stress Cardiomyopathy.
165