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More Intimacy, Better Relationships: What the Data Shows

By Swalo Team · June 14, 2026

The link between sexual frequency and relationship satisfaction is one of the most studied topics in relationship psychology.

The frequency-satisfaction link

A 2015 study found relationship satisfaction increases with sexual frequency up to about once per week. Below that, satisfaction drops significantly. Its about maintaining physical connection.

The intimacy cascade

Sex triggers oxytocin in both partners. This creates a loop: sex leads to bonding, bonding leads to affection, affection leads to desire, desire leads to more sex. When the cycle breaks, everything weakens.

Where taste fits in

Oral sex is linked to higher perceived intimacy. When taste is a barrier, that dimension shrinks. Fixing taste removes a silent barrier thats been quietly reducing intimacy and connection.

The bottom line

Better taste leads to more willingness. More willingness leads to more intimacy. More intimacy leads to stronger bonding. The intervention is simple: one capsule a day.

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