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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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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The typical person spends about 600 hours having sex between the ages of 20 and 70.
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In medieval Italy, if a man was caught kissing a woman in public, he had to marry her whether he liked it or not.
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You burn 26 calories in a one minute kiss.
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Holding hands with someone you love can alleviate physical pain as well as stress and fear.
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Rex the German Shepherd was a rescue dog with a bad temper. He refused to be fed by humans and would attack strangers, but he’s a changed dog after falling in love with Geraldine the goose!
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Historically, sweat has been an active ingredient in perfume and love potions.
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