07/06/2025
Healthy connections are medicine for the body and soul! Strong social bonds reduce inflammation and regulate the nervous system, promoting overall well-being. A study in Psychosomatic Medicine (PMID: 19751761) found that positive social interactions lower levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, linked to chronic diseases. Similarly, research from Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews (PMID: 30201212) shows that supportive relationships activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and balancing heart rate variability. By fostering trust and emotional safety, meaningful connectionsโwhether with friends, family, or communityโdampen the bodyโs stress response, boost oxytocin, and enhance immune function. So, nurture those bonds; theyโre a natural path to a calmer, healthier you!โ
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Iโve talked about this topics at length on my podcast The Art of Being Well and in articles on www.drwillcole.com โ
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