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New Delhi:
It’s Hug Day today and nothing could be better than expressing your love by giving a warm hug to your special one. For the uninitiated, hugs keep stress at bay and make you a little happier. This beautiful day is not just celebrated with your romantic partner but with anybody whom you love. So, on this special occasion, we bring 5 reasons that prove nothing is better than an affectionate and warm hug.
1. Boosts your heart health: Hugging can be good for your heart health. Various studies showed greater reductions in blood pressure levels and heart rate due to hugging.
2. Stress buster: Feeling stressed? Go to your partner and hug them tight. The positive energy between the couple works as a stress buster. Scientists say that giving another person support through touch can reduce the stress of the person being comforted. It can even reduce the stress of the person doing the comforting.
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3. The key to patch up: In case you’re facing trouble in your relationship, hugging your partner helps the cold feelings disappear and make you feel how important you are to each other.
4. Health benefits: A hug affects your overall health in a positive way. When you hug your loved ones, you release oxytocin, a hormone responsible for your happiness.
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5. Physical attraction improves: If you are in a new relationship and feel shy to get physical with your partner, start off with a hug. This will help you get intimate and make your bond more meaningful.
