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Some Benefits of Laughter
Laughter releases endorphins into the body with the same exhilarating effect as doing strenuous exercise. University of Chicago studies show a great sense of humor can add an additional 8 years to your life. Stanford University studies show a good belly laugh can give you health-boosting benefits equal to 10 minutes on a rowing machine. Pre-school children laugh or smile 400 times a day, however, that number drops to only 15 times a day by the time people reach age 35. Every time you have a good hearty laugh, you burn up 3 1/2 calories. Laugher exercises your diaphragm. The diaphragm separates your chest cavity and your abdomen. When you laugh, it convulses and gives your organs a much-needed massage, stimulating circulation and enhancing general wellbeing. Laughing increases oxygen intake, thereby replenishing and invigorating cells. It also increases the pain threshold, boosts immunity and relieves stress. So come take a break and have a laugh with us at http://www.mad-jokes.com.