We all know that love makes us feel good, but is it just a matter of feeling? Science says that, however, it is not so - love has numerous beneficial effects on our health.
Love is a natural pain reliever
We know that love brings a feeling of satisfaction and relaxation. However, recent research shows that when oxytocin is released during a hug lasting 10-20 seconds, it can effectively remove pain, especially headaches.
Moreover, just looking at a photo of the person you love increases the boundaries and eases the pain. Our brain associates the image of our loved one as a pleasant distraction from pain, so it is easier to tolerate, which means that it has a similar effect to analgesics.
From another perspective, scientists have also proven that sexual stimulation, especially orgasms, are excellent in relieving pain. This is especially true for chronic back pain, arthritis symptoms and spasms.
Love "takes care" of our heart
Studies show that showing love cuts your heart rate in half. This is more effective in stressful situations and removes the risk of heart disease in the long run.
In addition, oxytocin - which is known as the love hormone and is believed to have the most amazing molecules in the world - relieves stress, lowers blood pressure, reduces social and general anxiety, increases self-confidence and helps fight depression.
Love helps the body to get rid of any disease
Gestures of love, from holding hands to sexual activity, increase the production of endorphins which in turn strengthen our immune system. Similarly, people who suffer from a disease and who feel loved respond better to treatment and have a stronger motivation to fight the disease.
Love cures insomnia
Love hormones (oxytocin and endorphins) prevent the release of cortisol, the hormone responsible for the level of stress, thus improving the quality of sleep. This fact has been scientifically proven.
Love, in addition to curing insomnia, also prevents diseases of addiction, which are a big problem today. Existence as a loved one fills life with satisfaction that is necessary for the body. At the same time, if a person is struggling with addiction, love will reduce the accompanying symptoms and reduce cravings for drugs or alcohol.
Love promotes longevity
Surveys show that people in serious relationships feel healthier and make better life choices because of the feeling of love. Being in a couple helps the body to better defend itself against diseases and to develop a better immune system. People who are in love and in relationships tend to live longer.
Love is therapy
People use therapy for many different reasons, but in most cases it is the desire to be heard and understood. Of all the people who have graduated from colleges and schools for this, the person who can best advise you and provide you with the perfect "therapy" is the person you love the most. The support of people who love you is the medicine that helps you to deal with any problems you have, such as phobias, depression, social anxiety, etc.
Love and significant relationships do not happen to us without reason. We decide to love, to improve our relationships, to behave differently and in the end - to feel happy and healthy.
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