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Some studies suggest that a lack of physical intimacy can affect how we eat. According to researchers, in such situations the brain may try to replace the feeling of pleasure that is usually produced by human closeness.
During intimate moments, the body releases a combination of hormones like Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphins, which are associated with feelings of pleasure, relaxation, and emotional bonding. When these hormones are released, they help reduce stress and can also affect appetite regulation.
Researchers explain that when this "reward cocktail" is missing, the brain may seek out other sources of quick pleasure. This often manifests itself in the form of cravings for high-calorie foods, such as chocolate, pasta, macaroni, or various sweets.
Oxytocin, often known as the "love hormone," can help reduce snacking and cravings for sweet foods, according to studies. At the same time, it also helps reduce levels of the stress hormone, Cortisol.
For this reason, some scientists believe that physical intimacy may act as a natural appetite regulator. After a satisfying intimate experience, cortisol levels typically drop and dopamine stabilizes, which may reduce the desire to seek pleasure through food.
However, when intimacy is absent for a longer period, the brain may try to compensate by seeking other forms of reward. In many cases, this “reward” is found in foods rich in sugar or carbohydrates.
Experts emphasize that this connection is mainly hormonal and behavioral. This means that the lack of sexual intercourse does not directly cause weight gain, but it can affect the increase in food cravings and the tendency to eat more.
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