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People Who Laugh Often See These Results...

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We have heard the saying for many years that laughter is a good medicine and there is validity to this saying. Laughter helps our neurological, physical, emotional, cognitive and social health and well-being in many ways. When you start to laugh, it doesn't just lighten your load mentally, but it actually induces physical changes in your body. In 2002, a study on humor therapy was conducted at Loma Linda University in California. The researchers had 52 men watch a comedy video for 1 hour. Blood samples were taken 10 minutes before watching, 30 minutes into the video, and 30 minutes after the video ended, and once more 12 hours later. The study found that just one hour of watching stand-up comedy boost the immune system by increasing the activity of natural killer cell, B-cells, T-cells and immunoglobulins in the test subjects. Other benefits produced by laughter Laughter relaxes the whole body. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed ...

A Happy Heart Pays Off

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Happiness plays a crucial role in overall well-being and longevity. There’s a wealth of research supporting the idea that happiness contributes to better health. Happiness and good health are closely linked. Numerous scientific studies show that a positive emotional state can contribute to better physical health. Here are a few ways happiness impacts health: Heart Health: Research shows that people who experience frequent positive emotions, such as happiness, are less likely to suffer from heart disease. Happiness has been associated with lower blood pressure, reduced risk of heart attack, and better heart rate variability. Stronger Immune System: Being happy can boost the immune system, making the body more resistant to infections and illnesses. Positive emotions can lead to lower levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, which is known to suppress immune function when elevated for long periods. Longevity: Happiness has also been linked to a longer lifespan. People with a positive outl...