Whether you're the big spoon or the little spoon matters not, because new research has found that cuddling with your partner at night as you're going to sleep can actually make the both of you healthier!
After all, they do say physical affection may be the most powerful of all love language of all!
According to YourTango, the five main reasons cuddling is so good for your health are:
Hugs are good for your heart
Hugs have been proven to lower your blood pressure and spooning is a horizontal hug that can last hours," according to Julian Wolf, a sexuality educator
Higher oxytocin levels = less stress
Oxytocin is known as "the feel-good hormone," says Dr. Laurie Bennett-Cook, clinical sexologist. "Oxytocin has the ability to increase our immune systems and decrease pain. Additionally, it reduces stress, social anxiety, and depression
Breathing together makes for a healthier heart
Spooning is great for "feel-good feelings" and thus can ultimately be good for heart health. Try breathing in synch with your partner while you spoon, says Astroglide's resident sexologist, Dr. Jess
Relaxation soothes the soul
Spooning allows couples to feel each other's vibration which, in that state, are calm and peaceful, says sexpert Sheyda Irani
You'll sleep sounder
Research shows women in long-term relationships sleep better than those who don't have a partner. And you don't have to be cuddling a person, you can spoon your pillow and get the same effect
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