We all enjoy a good laugh, and there’s no doubting that humor can and should be a great way of making life seem a little easier. But, what you probably didn’t realize is that there are very real, very tangible health benefits to finding the funny side of things.
Under Pressure(No Longer)
High blood pressure is a great risk vector for a number of people, as well as a dangerous side effect of stress. However, researchers have demonstrated that regular laughter or exposure to comedy can, in fact, reduce blood pressure over a prolonged period of time.
No More Negativity
This one will seem more intuitive, but it’s true that laughter can help dissipate and alleviate a number of negative emotional states such as anxiety or depression. There have been a number of different studies to have reported these findings, with leading author Bernard Saper suggesting that maintaining a sense of humor can be a positive coping mechanism in a number of different situations.
Kickstart Your Immune System
This one you may struggle to believe, but it’s backed up by serious science. Laughter can, in fact, boost your immune system and your body’s defences. One study amongst college age students found watching funny movie increased salivary IgA, and another found laughter can help increase the number of natural killer cells, a form of lymphocyte.
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