6 Benefits of Kissing Our Spouse

I like the ESV translation of Genesis 2:24: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh."

I looked up the Greek word most often translated "join" or "cleave" and this ESV translation is just as accurate. The Greek word dabaq means "to cling, cleave, keep close."

In marriage, we should "hold fast" in our commitment to our marriage vows, but we should also hold fast to our spouse....literally!

And that brings me to hugs and kisses. Everything God created is good, including the kiss.

Kissing not only is a form of affection in appropriate relationships, it's also good for our health and well-being. 

Here are 6 Benefits:

1. It Prevents Cavities:  Kissing helps prevent plaque and cavities by stimulating saliva production.

2. It Tones our Face: Kissing uses 30 facial muscles, toning our face and giving us a glow.

3. It Burns Calories: Kissing releases adrenaline and helps burn 2-5 calories per minute, double the normal rate.

4. It Builds our Immunity: Kissing exposes us to germs and builds our immunity. Of course, it can also give us the flu if our loved one is ill.

5. It Relieves Stress: Kissing puts us in a good mood and reduces our stress. This comes from the release of oxytocin. (Also see Love Hormone and Dog Comfort to find out more about oxytocin.)

6. It Decreases Pain: kissing releases endorphins which help relieve pain.

And it goes without saying that kissing draws us closer, expresses our love, and is fun! Isn't it just like God to give us expressions of love that are so good for us!

I already enjoy kissing my husband, but these benefits make it even more attractive!

Sources: 16 Reasons to Smooch and Health Benefits of Smooching

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