A new study from King’s College London has revealed that viewing original artworks doesn’t just make us smile — it can actually change what’s happening inside our bodies. Researchers found that spending just 30 minutes with real art (not reproductions) reduced cortisol (the body’s main stress hormone) by 22% , and lowered key inflammation markers (IL-6 and TNF-α) by 30% and 28%  respectively. That’s a genuine, measurable wellbeing boost — all from engaging with art. At Makin