Kissing during periods is generally safe and does not pose any health risks. Menstrual blood does not carry any harmful bacteria or viruses, and it is highly unlikely for any blood to be transmitted through kissing.
“Kissing is great if you have a headache or menstrual cramps,” says Demirjian. You may be inclined to wave away advances when you're curled into an achy ball, but the blood-vessel dilation brought on by a good long smooching session can really help ease your pain.
No, you cannot get pregnant from just kissing someone. Pregnancy can only occur if sperm is ejaculated in or on a person's vagina.
“Sweet food (as well as caffeine and alcohol) create chemicals in your body that increase your pain receptors making you feel worse. Trying to be conscious of eating lots of fruits and vegetables, plenty of water or herbal tea and regular meals will go a long way to reducing period pain and PMS,” says Kelly Mulhall.
Steer clear of fried food and readymade snacks including packaged food since they are rich in salt and sodium. “Consumption of excess salt causes water retention that leads to bloating during your period,” said Dr Patil. In fact, also avoid spicy food since it can upset your stomach and cause acid refluxes.
Hormonelike substances (prostaglandins) involved in pain and inflammation trigger the uterine muscle contractions. Higher levels of prostaglandins are associated with more-severe menstrual cramps.
(If you're curious, people describe period blood as tasting sort of metallic due to its iron content). Oral sex during your period is safe, provided that both partners have been screened for STIs.
There's absolutely no way to get pregnant from kissing, no matter how much tongue is involved.
Electric impulses bounce between the brain, lips, tongue and skin, which can lead to the feeling of being on a natural “high” because of a potent cocktail of chemical messengers involved. A passionate kiss acts like a drug, causing us to crave the other person thanks to a neurotransmitter called dopamine.
A long kiss releases dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin, feel-good chemicals that will make him smile. A single smile produces endorphins, another hormone that lifts his mood. Endorphins also create a “feedback loop” that will make him smile over and over.
Most often, guys breathe heavily when making out due to feeling aroused or extremely excited about being with you. Keep it in mind.
Let her sit on your lap, cuddle if she feels like it. Even holding her hand could make her feel better. But remember, if she says stay away, just stay away. If it's the summer, make sure the AC is on, and she has blankets too.
According to Medical Daily, DNA remains in the lips for at least one hour after kissing another person, regardless of how long the kiss lasts.
A kiss might seem like a natural thing to do for most of us, but the scientific jury is still out on whether it is a learned or instinctual behaviour. Approximately 90 per cent of cultures kiss, making a strong case for the act being a basic human instinct.
Some believe that kissing with tongue is a natural evolutionary progression that aids in mate choice. Others, citing cultures where kissing with tongue is not only absent but looked down upon, believe making out is a specific learned behavior that's gained popularity due to media consumption and globalization.
If you can hear the infamous "smacking" sound — even if you're not mic'd up on a reality TV show — you could be creating too much suction. A little sound is unavoidable, but try to go a little slower to eliminate these awkward moments.
Most people are quite happy remaining dry during a kiss. Your tongue should never be long, wet and limp; this person's face should never have a wet upper lip, wet lower lip, wet cheek or wet chin. If he or she has to pull away and wipe of his or her face, it's definitely not hot.
Kissing, hugging, and rubbing clothed bodies don't cause pregnancy. The only time pregnancy can happen is when sperm can get to an egg.
It's possible for sex to kick-start your period, but only if you have an orgasm during it and are nearing your start date. If you notice bleeding after sex, there may be another reason why. Infections, vaginal tears, ovulation, and cancer are some reasons you might bleed after sex.
Sperm can survive in a woman's reproductive system for up to 5 days whether the woman is menstruating or not. Thus, even if a woman has sex during her period, sperm from ejaculation may remain inside her reproductive system and may fertilize the egg if ovulation occurs.
“When the uterus is deprived of oxygen, it releases chemicals that may trigger the pain such as prostaglandins which increases uterine contractions. This type of period pain usually occurs during the second day of your period and is termed as Dysmenorrhea,” adds the expert.
Once a period has started, it is not possible to stop it. Some home methods may help reduce the amount of bleeding that occurs for a short time, but they will not stop the period altogether. People who are interested in preventing their period for medical or personal reasons should talk with their doctor.
The claim that someone's DNA remains in the mouth for six months after kissing is unsubstantiated, as foreign DNA is rapidly turned over and eliminated. Kissing, a seemingly simple act of affection, can be likened to an intricate dance that interweaves two individuals' unique genetic blueprints.