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By Terry Orr
Hugs and hugging are one of those emotions that should
never go out of style! An expression of
caring, love and friendship – we are sometimes just too far removed from our
fellow beings. Hugging pets is also a
beautiful thing that all can enjoy.
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According to punchbowl.com - Scientific studies have demonstrated that
hugs are incredibly good for us. A hug can lower your blood pressure, trigger
the release of healthy hormones (like oxytocin), and relieve stress. Doctors
recommend a minimum of 4-6 hugs per day for our emotional and physiological
well-being, but more is always better!
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The
record for most hugs given in one hour by an individual is 1,749. Nick Vujicic
achieved this feat at an expo center in Oregon in 2010.
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