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'Cow cuddling' in Oakham
鈥楥ow cuddling鈥� is a self-care practice that involves spending time with cows.
Over the past few years there has been a boom in diversification in farming. Simply, it's an effort to boost income and ensure farms are functioning sustainably.
One of these new ideas is 鈥榗ow cuddling鈥� 鈥� a self-care practice that involves spending time with cows, which can include activities like hugging, brushing, and resting against them.
The pastime emerged in rural Dutch provinces more than a decade ago, and is believed to promote positivity and reduce stress by boosting oxytocin in humans, the hormone released in social bonding.
大象传媒 Leicester reporter Ellis Maddison went to Ahimsa Eco Farm near Oakham to find out more.
