Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Hugs: The Emotional Heimlich

Hugging is good for you?

Hugging is more than just a way to ease some of the stress of life away...it has been scientifically proven that hugs are good for your health. Hugging lowers your blood pressure, and it can actually decrease the risk of heart disease.

As to not focus this page on all the scientific facts, here's a few quick facts on how hugging can help you improve your health!

When you hug...

-Your blood pressure is lowered!
-You decrease the risk of heart disease
-In women, the stress horomone cortisol was lowered.
-In couples, it increases a "bonding" hormone oxytocin.
-Touch helps to slow your heartbeat

So, it's not only for soothing your stress, but they're good for your health! Give someone a hug today and you'll be helping them out with their health!

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