Medical experts have discovered that hugging makes you healthier and live longer.

The reason for this is that cuddling promotes the release of a hormone called oxytocin, a chemical associated with a range of health benefits. After just 10 minutes of warm supportive touching, scientists have shown there to be a marked increase of oxytocin in the bloodstream, which might explain why married couples enjoy better health than singles.

Scientists also found that the quality of the hug is crucial, for example, the celebrity embrace performed in the glare of flashlights might not count. Instead the cuddle is at its strongest in a warm, supportive relationship…

That's cool, all the more reason for us to hug. /me goes to find DocterMoo

I will get my outta bed when I get home, hug her. Release that oxytocin!

tell me if that works... cos I still get sick and my and I hug lots

Your hugs must mean something trout..... hehe

I'm not a dead piece of plank that's there to hug

i could go for a hug right now ...

/me gives fruitloop a