Published 12:42 IST, September 11th 2019

Laugh More: Here are what some of the benefits may be

Laughter is found out to have a lot of health benefits by numerous studies recently. In this article, we share a few of these facts with you. Read more to know

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It is safe to assume that every person wants ir health to be at its peak. t only is being healthy light on our pockets, but it also feels very good to be at your best and rey to take whatever challenges life throws at you. Laughter is usually related to feeling of being entertained, but studies have found evidence that your smile could very well be your one-way ticket to land of good health. Let us look at some of Laughter's most significant health benefits.

Laugh More So That You and Your Body Stay at Its Peak

Laughter Fights Depression

Although Depression and Mental Health are vast topics and remedies may be unique for every case, laughter can definitely help. Studies found out that patients of depression benefited from Laughter rapy and symptoms of ir depression reduced when y indulged into something more humourous. next time you feel a little down, try watching a stand-up comedy - maybe it'll end up helping you. If you feel like you are going through mental health issues that you do t understand, consult a doctor. Trying Laughter is definitely recommended, but it is important that you have professional guidance.

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Laughter Reduces Anxiety

A study done in 1990 h a few students being sorted into three groups and being told that y were going to receive an electric shock. One group was given humorous material to expose mselves to while y waited for shock while or two groups h n-humorous material or ne at all. It was ted that students who were laughing h a much lower level of anxiety and h eased up to surroundings pretty well. Maybe laughing more is answer to your worries and indecisiveness.

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Laughter Improves Immunity

This was ar result of laughter that was ted as a study was done to see impact of Laughter rapy on Immunity capabilities our bodies exhibited. It was ted that although effects were small, immunity did increase a little when test group was subjected to Laughter rapy. Immunity is essential for t falling ill, and laughter may be your pathway to stay happy and away from disease. If alrey ill, laughter rapy may also help you recover quicker.

Laughter Reduces High Blood Pressure

This may apply to older people more than it would to a younger demographic, but high blood pressures are an issue that a lot of people face. se need to be mitigated quickly as orwise, y can even le to more serious situations like a stroke. A 2017 study done on a group of people with high blood pressures revealed that once y were subjected to laughter rapy for a few weeks, ir blood pressures dropped down. This was opted by doctors earlier as well with a lot of doctors suggesting laughter rapy to high blood pressure victims. 

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Laughter Is a Sign of Goodwill

A 2010 study discovered that laughter is associated with feelings of goodwill and trust. Laughter is something that is unique to humans but even primates communicated feelings of goodwill by baring ir teeth. It is orised that since baring one's teeth can be faked as well, human evolution h humans making ir expressions more sophisticated finally morphing into ir ability to laugh. Even if you look back at your own life, it is very common to associate feelings of trust and friendship with a smiling person.

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So se were a few facts about Laughter that can convince you that, "A Laugh a Day Keeps Doctor Away". In recent days, Laughter rapy has become a legitimate form of rapy with Laughter Clubs popping up all over rar. Even if you are sceptical of its effects, laughter will t and can t hurt you in any way. So it is definitely a nice habit to incorporate. Try se tips out and let us kw if you tice any positive results in your general mood. Have a nice day!

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09:22 IST, September 11th 2019