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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Kissing releases masses of oxytocin, a "love potion" that helps couples bond and feel more attracted to each other.
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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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Parents receive 1 out of every 5 Valentines.
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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 typical person spends about 600 hours having sex between the ages of 20 and 70.
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Men who kiss their wives in the morning live five years longer than those who don't.
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The average person will go on a date at least 100 times before they finally marry.
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