Skinhunger?

2020 !? The year of mouth masks, lockdown parties and e-peritives. But especially the year without ... Without festivals, without communions, without European Football Championship. And without contact.

The latter is the most important for many people. Social distancing takes its toll, even to the extent that the lack of it has taken on a life of its own. We are talking about “skin hunger”: the drastic lack of touches, hugs, hugs.

How do you deal with this?

First of all, skin hunger is not a superficial Instagram trend for attention seekers. And yes, it is much more than a romantic, intimate or sexual desire. Or better: it is often just less. A little touch, a quick hug, they work wonders. And they are super important for the mental state of mind. Primary need When people touch each other, substances such as dopamine, endorphins and oxytocin (the “cuddly hormone”) are not for nothing. They cause our breathing and heart rate to slow down. The stress hormone is neutralized and feelings of anxiety disappear.

In short: touches provide instant happiness.

The downside

But what if you can't satisfy your skin hunger? Meanwhile, the consequences are becoming more and more clear : the growth of depressed feelings has taken off since the corona virus. Since the start of the lockdown, anxiety disorders in men between the ages of 16 and 24 have doubled, and have even tripled in women.

The absence of this basic need can even have a negative effect on the immune system in the long term, making us  even more susceptible to diseases and viruses.

How to satisfy your skin hunger?

Fortunately, there are several alternatives to feed your hunger. Healthy eating, for example. And moving. Enjoy a brisk walk or bike ride. Another recommendation is to find relaxation in the form of a calming bath. People with pets will find comfort in their pets. Especially an affectionate animal like a dog can help you with this. Finally, for your general mental health, we can recommend the right dietary supplements. It is important to counter a dormant mental dip. Support your lifestyle with Positive Mind & Balance, the perfect supplement to keep your emotions in balance.

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So to prevent the spread of the virus, it is crucial that we put physical contact on hold for a while. We count down with you in this "one and a half meter society" until we can see, hug and kiss our loved ones again