Unlocking the Secret to a Lasting, Passionate, and Intimate Relationship
In the realm of romantic relationships, the initial burst of love, intimacy, connectedness, and passion is unparalleled. Unfortunately, as time goes on, these feelings can diminish, leading to dissatisfaction or even the end of the relationship. The good news? These emotions are driven by natural chemicals in the body, and by understanding them, you can reignite the spark in your relationship. Explore the crucial chemicals for lifelong romantic love and learn effective ways to enhance them.
Phenylethylamine (PEA): The Spark of New Love
PEA, or phenylethylamine, is a well-known natural love chemical released in abundance during the early stages of falling in love. It sparks infatuation, focused attention, giddiness, euphoria, and an insatiable desire for your partner. Boosting PEA is key to maintaining these intense feelings.
How to Boost PEA:
Recognize that PEA levels naturally decline over time in any relationship. Formulate a strong emotional bond during the initial stages of romance. Consume phenylalanine-rich foods like cocoa, cacao nibs, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds for a mild PEA boost.
DHEA: Fueling Sexual Desire
DHEA, produced by the adrenal glands, plays a crucial role in sexual desire, arousal, and function. It serves as a precursor to sex hormones, including testosterone, vital for maintaining passion in long-term love.
How to Boost DHEA:
Support adrenal health through stress reduction, quality sleep, and avoiding refined carbs and sugar. Consider supplements like Adrenal DMG or use Testro Vida Cream for immediate effects. Include healthy fats from coconuts, avocados, olives, nuts, and seeds in your diet.
Oxytocin: The Bonding Hormone
Oxytocin is essential for monogamy and lasting love, fostering emotional and physical intimacy. Releasing through touch, it’s often called the ‘cuddle hormone’ and plays a role in multiple orgasms for women.
How to Boost Oxytocin:
Prioritize physical affection, touching, and intimacy. Maintain a regular frequency of orgasms through hand-holding, eye contact, hugging, kissing, and cuddling. Even if the initial desire is low, engaging in sex scientifically increases the desire for more.
Vasopressin: Cementing Commitment in Men
Vasopressin is vital for attachment, bonding, commitment, and monogamy, particularly in men. Elevating vasopressin can transform even the most promiscuous into a committed partner.
How to Boost Vasopressin:
While research on boosting vasopressin is limited, some evidence suggests sauna sessions, moderate salt consumption, exercise, and supplements containing Rhodiola, Gingko, and/or Berberine may help.
Understanding and actively working to enhance these natural love chemicals can contribute to a lasting, fulfilling romantic relationship. Invest in your connection and keep the flame burning for years to come.
- [i] Psychology Today – The Science Behind Falling in Love
- [ii] Clinical Chemistry – DHEA and Libido
- [iii] Clinical Chemistry – DHEA and Pheromones
- [iv] EOHT – Neurochemistry
- [v] NCBI – Oxytocin and Vasopressin in Relationships
- [vi] NCBI – Sauna and Vasopressin
- [vii] NCBI – Rhodiola and Vasopressin
- [viii] NCBI – Gingko and Vasopressin
- [ix] NCBI – Berberine and Vasopressin