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The secrets behind a good cuddle

Young children love cuddles for good reason … not only do they make them feel appreciated and protected, they seem to intuitively know it’s healthy. And the good news is that loving hugs are beneficial no matter your age.

Cuddling releases the wonder hormone oxytocin, which helps to calm you down. Popular online health site WebMD has this to say about friendly body contact:

Do you like hugs; if so, why? If not, why not? Do you prefer to give or receive cuddles?

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