Ten seconds of hugging a day increases levels of oxytocin, which can reduce blood pressure, thus cutting the risk of heart disease.
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Cuddling (or other ‘love’ acts) helps to heal physical wounds faster due to the release of Oxytocin which is proven to reduce swelling.
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Sea otters hold hands while sleeping so they don’t drift away from each other.
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Raj from the Big Bang Theory is married to Miss India.
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A newborn Chinese water deer is so small, it can (almost) be held in the palm of a hand.
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A puppy is born blind, deaf, and toothless.
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