4 Benefits of Hugging

1. Reduces Stress - Wrapping your arms around somebody shows
them that you care, thereby reducing stress.

2. Boosts Heart Health - Hugging produces positive emotional experiences that may benefit
cardiovascular health.

3. Boosts Immune System - Hugging may produce feel-good endorphins that strengthen your immune system.

4. Improves Mood - The sensation of human touch can stimulate the
release of endorphins and induce relaxation and a sense of well-being.

Author
David Cox, D.C. Dr. David Cox is Little Elm's Original Chiropractor! Passionately serving the area since 2001, he has been in Little Elm since it was a "one stop light town!"

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