Kissing is no doubt one of the loving ways to show affection but what many may not realise is that intimate kisses that involve exchanging saliva can often transfer illnesses.
From the HealthGrove, it used data from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control to find eight diseases that are transmitted through saliva, are the diseases that can be contacted through kissing.
Gum Disease: "Is also known as periodontitis and gingivitis and although it is not spread through kissing, the bad bacteria that cause it can. To avoid gum disease, regular brushing and flossing can serve as a defense."
Meningitis: "This disease can be spread from one person to another via respiratory secretions, Symptoms include fever, headache, stiff neck, nausea and vomiting, this disease has no medication but staying healthy with a strong immune system helps to get the better of it."
Influenza: "This is spread via droplets made when people with the flu cough, sneeze or talk. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches and fatigue. Most people recover on their own in less than two weeks."
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