Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explains the benefits of human touch.
Most people already do this every day but they only last 9.5 seconds – the trick to last 20 seconds, says Dr Zac Turner .Hi Dr Zac, They often say laughter is the best medicine, but I feel hugs are even better! There’s something about hugging someone for twenty seconds that makes everything just feel okay.Human touch can reduce stress, anxiety, improve mood and increase feelings of social connection.
Let’s delve into your question, but first go hug the nearest person to you for 20 seconds. Picture: iStock Hugging provides a number of health benefits. It triggers the release of oxytocin, better known as the human love hormone, which reducesand promotes feelings of relaxation. Oxytocin may also boost the immune system, making you more resistant to infections and illnesses.
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