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Laughing is healthy

Laughing is healthy

There's nothing better than howling with laughter. But did you know that laughing also gives your health a real boost gives?

Laughter is healthy, because it ensures that your entire immune system gets a boost † This increases the number of immune cells and your resistance. Flu and other winter ailments have less chance.

Laughter also helps your blood flow faster, lowering your blood pressure and better protection against heart attacks and other heart problems. During laughter the substance endorphins . is released free, which makes you feel happier and less likely to experience pain.

A little facelift It is a myth that laughing is 'bad' for the condition of your skin. Laughter actually makes your facial muscles more active, so that your skin has better blood circulation and your face starts to glow. Like she's gotten a little facelift.