Massage is an effective tranquilizer - soothing the nerve endings all over the body, whilst at the same time working on both the central nervous system and the autonomic (or involuntary) nervous system. Massage is also said to aid digestion, by encouraging the production of saliva and the flow of the digestive juices. It assists in our fight against infection, since it boosts the immune system. It stimulates the lymphatic system, which carries the white blood cells; these in turn protect against viruses and degenerative diseases.
The object of a massage is to activate the touch receptors in your skin with the appropriate level of pressure, so that the receptors send pleasurable messages to your brain. Rhythmic stroking of your skin, whet...
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