The hugs of people close to us can not only raise our mood, but also heal us physically, strengthening our immunity and stimulating our nervous system.
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In the 70s, endorphins were discovered - a kind of natural painkillers that can cause short-term euphoria. Scientists have proven that with hugs their concentration in the blood increases significantly.
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With a strong, friendly hug, not only endorphins are released into the blood, but also the hormone oxytocin, which can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, lowering blood pressure.
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Hugging a loved one, we not only give him spiritual strength, but also give a strong immunity. The fact is that hugs significantly increase the level of hemoglobin in the body, strengthening it.
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In the brain there is a special area responsible for the emotional responses in response to touch. Therefore, if a child was little cuddled in childhood, then this part of the brain atrophies, the immune system is depressed, and the matured person closes in himself and loses contact with the real world.
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In the East, it is believed that when a man hugs a woman, there is an exchange of male and female energies. This has a rejuvenating effect, relieves stress and prolongs life.