Hugging is actually beneficial toward your health

United States's Mikaela Shiffrin, right, hugs Italy's Manuela Moelgg after completing the second run of an alpine ski, women's World Cup Giant Slalom, in Semmering, Austria, Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016. (AP Photo/Giovanni Auletta)

You hug your neighbors, your friends, your mom and even your dog. But there is more to hugging than meets the eye… or the arm. Hugging is a friendly way to show someone that you care, but it’s also a simple action that can improve your health.

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Find someone who’s in need of a pick-me-up and give them a hug. It will be good for both of you!

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