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The story highlights that small, unconscious movements like fidgeting can actually be beneficial. Dr Babak Ashrafi explains that these movements help improve circulation, which is vital for delivering oxygen and nutrients around the body. So, while it might seem like a distraction, a bit of fidgeting could be doing you some good.
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