A hug a day…

A hug a day…

…might keep the doctor away!  According to nhs.uk, “embracing someone special can lower blood pressure.”

Humans, of course, know this intuitively but it’s always nice when science backs it up with cold hard facts.  Apparently, those who hug regularly have a lower heart rate, lower blood pressure and smaller heart rate increases.

People who hold hands for ten minutes and follow up with a twenty second hug, acccording to nhs.uk, “had healthier reactions to subsequent stress such as public speaking.”

Twenty seconds might make the difference in your day or someone else’s day!

 

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Good Sex = Good Health

Good Sex = Good Health

Not that we need any excuses to have sex, but because it’s a pleasure and often pleasures are associated with luxury, there’s a tendency to dismiss its importance as an integral part in an overall healthy lifestyle.  According to WebMD, sex not only eases stress and improves our sleep but it also lowers our risk of heart attack, lessens pain and gives a boost not only to your libido but to your immune system.  Plus, it’s fun.   So, Hayden’s Listers…have sex and not only be merry but also healthy.

Here’s a little funny for you that we liked:  13 Types of Sex Everyone Should Have at Least Once.

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