Why Children Need Hugs

<p>In this episode, I discuss the importance of physical connection especially as it relates to hugging our children. It's such a simple act but it can have profound health benefits. When oxytocin is released, it helps decrease anxiety, improve cortisol metabolism, and balance the fight or flight response of the body, it supports a mutual connection between the person you are hugging and makes us feel like we belong.</p> <p>Ask your lifestyle health questions on social media, tag @drwholeness, and use #accumulatehealth.</p> <p><strong>Get a workout delivered to your inbox every day:</strong> <a href= "http://go.drwholeness.com/workouts">http://go.drwholeness.com/workouts</a> </p> <p style="text-align: center;">-----</p> <p><strong>Connect with Dr. Matt online:</strong></p> <p>📍 <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxjrZpVN_JrfqaRdb9Z16rw/r">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxjrZpVN_JrfqaRdb9Z16rw/r</a></p> <p>📍 <a href= "https://instagram.com/drwholeness">https://instagram.com/drwholeness</a> </p> <p><strong>📍</strong> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/drwholeness">https://www.facebook.com/drwholeness</a> </p> <p><strong>📍</strong> <a href= "https://drwholeness.com/">https://drwholeness.com/</a> </p>