Sob Story: Reasons Why It's Good To Cry

The experience of a 'good cry' is something we all can relate to because there are times when you just need to let out all those emotions. Crying is one of the most effective ways to do so. Many individuals think crying is a sign of weakness, but this is far from the truth. In fact, the reasons people cry are as different as tear types. Tears are not only a sign of emotion, but they are also used to maintain and protect eye health. Why hold back those tears when you can let them flow and improve your overall health and well-being? Here are a few reasons it’s okay to cry your eyes out.

Releases Toxins

Crying is a protective measure that releases toxins of a physical and emotional nature. Physically, tears are the first line of defense when a foreign object enters the eye. Known as reflex tears, they occur when the eyes detect possible irritants such as sand, harsh chemicals, strong vapors, and other liquids. Tears act as a built-in eye flush assisting with the removal of unwanted materials through watering of the eyes. The excess tears create a protective barrier for the eyeballs. Crying also releases toxins through emotional tears. These tears rid the body of the chemicals associated with the stress-inducing hormone cortisol.

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