Article 6E7AR The best medicine: study finds laughter is good for heart health

The best medicine: study finds laughter is good for heart health

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Andrew Gregory Health editor in Amsterdam
from Science | The Guardian on (#6E7AR)

Unique research shows cardiovascular gains recorded in patients who were shown TV comedy

The old adage that laughter is the best medicine" may contain an element of truth when it comes to heart health.

A study has demonstrated that having a chuckle causes the tissue inside the heart to expand - and increases oxygen flow around the body.

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