Infographic: Health Benefits of Laughing

If there is one thing I can count on when I am with my friends, it is a good laugh.

Well, many of them. It is not at all unusual to have the laugh-so-hard-your-stomach-hurts feeling when I am with my crew. Cheek aching is completely normal. I definitely chose the right group of friends and this infographic proves that those belly-aching moments have even more perks than a fun night.

Many of us know that a laughter can change our mood, but did you know that a good giggle can boost your immune system? Or improve your memory? Laughter truly is the best medicine.

These are just two of many interesting factoids about a good LOL session from Greatist.

Did you know that there were this many health benefits of laughing? Who promises to laugh today for your health? Comment with jokes below! 

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6 COMMENTS

  1. Kristen

    LOL! I love that infographic. Laughter can certainly help you reduce stress. I was always surprised about laughter being able to help increase pain tolerance until I read the research on it, which was pretty strong. It is amazing how our emotions can affected our bodies.

    • Talia

      Thanks Kristen! The research is amazing and makes me want to laugh non-stop…although I am sure that would be problematic. haha!

  2. Ellen

    Wow, laughter is up there with orgasms in terms of health benefits. I hereby swear to get enough of both, though preferably not at the same time:)