Enjoy Your Friends
Socializing releases oxytocin, a chemical that can help combat stress hormones and lower your blood pressure. Whether it's spending time with dog lovers, book club buddies or siblings—whatever group you like—just knowing you're not alone can go a long way toward coping with stress.
Keep Reading: Dr. Oz's 7 ways to reduce stress
Keep Reading: Dr. Oz's 7 ways to reduce stress
Published 03/30/2011
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