As in this stressful events in our everyday lives suppress the immune system, causes stress, anxiety and many more diseases. As we know that laughter is a one of the best tool we have for dealing with our physical, mental health and social relationship.
So laughing is best medicine which cost nothing. Scientifically, Laughter triggers the release of endorphins in the brain which is body’s natural feel good chemicals via opioid receptors. The more opioid receptors a given person has in their brain, the more powerful the effect. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well being and can even temporarily relieve pain. It is also best antidote to stress, pain and conflict. Laughing more benefits are as following:-
- It boosts the immune system—it decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells
- It relaxes the whole body –laughter relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.
- It improves the cardiac functioning—improves the function of blood vessels and increases the blood flow which can help you against cardiovascular problems as well from heart attack.
- It burns calories—without dieting and gym one of study found that laughing for 10-15 minutes a day can burn about 40 calories.
- It stops distressing emotion—you cannot feel anxious, anger or sad when you laugh.
- It draws you closer to others—which can have profound effect on all aspects of your mental and emotional health.
