Stressed? Kiss it out!

Although a number of factors were examined, key differences were seen with relationship satisfaction, stress, and cholesterol. Specifically, over the six-week period, individuals who increased their frequency of kissing reported lower levels of stress and higher levels of relationship satisfaction. Importantly, their physiological assessments of cholesterol, via blood draws, decreased.

The results further underscore the importance of kissing in relationships. Uniquely, cholesterol levels decreased – an important finding given the health complications associated with cholesterol. In fact, numerous recommendations are often offered from healthcare providers to improve cholesterol pertaining to diet and exercise. Findings here suggest that an additional, and fun, behavior in the form of kissing might be added to that list. Thus, the next time you’re stressed, consider making some time for your partner for a potentially productive make-out session.

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/adventures-in-dating/201403/stressed-kiss-it-out