British scientists announced four health benefits of hugs

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Scientists from Liverpool John Moore in the UK voiced four health benefits of hugs and touches, which reduce the perception of stress and provide resistance to infections. The recommendations of experts will improve the relationships of loved ones and contribute to recovery.

Researchers claim that gentle touches help improve sleep, as the level of the hormone cortisol decreases. The latter is recognized as the main regulator of the cycle of sleep and wakefulness, at the same time it increases sharply in stressful situations.

Touches in the early stages of a child's development cause an increase in the level of oxytocin receptors, in addition, they reduce the concentration of cortisol in those areas of the brain, which are responsible for the most important regulation of the sphere of emotions.

It has been established that babies surrounded by care react less to various stressful situations and are practically not worried.

Hugs also bring people together, support emotional and physical well-being. Stroking a loving person provides health benefits, as the level of oxytocin increases significantly, the same applies to animals when they are stroked.

At the same time, hugs and touches ensure the fight against infections, as they strengthen the immune response body Significant stress and anxiety, on the contrary, shake his systems, facilitating the penetration of infections.