Laughter Yoga

Laughter Yoga (from Yogamatrixstudio)

Laughter yoga is an innovative stress solution. Laugh for no reason, but for good reason.

Laughter is fundamental.

10 Good Reasons to Laugh

1. Laughter is a stress buster - it reduces the levels of stress hormones epinephrine an cortisol.

2. Laughter strengthens the immune system - the immune system is important in maintaining good health by keeping infections, allergies and cancers at bay.

  Recent research into the effects of laughter by Dr. Lee S Berk, professor at Loma Linda University, CA, demonstrates that laughter will increase the count of natural killer cells (NK cells-a type of white cells) and antibody levels.

  Laughter therapy helps to increase antibodies (Immunoglobulin A) in the mucous of the nose and respiratory passages.

3. Laughter is anti-aging

  It tones facials muscles and expressions

  Laughter causes an increase in blood supply to the face, which is why some people look flushed. this nourishes the skin  and makes it glow.

  People look younger and have more fun when they laugh.

4. Laughter is an aerobic exercise - it stimulates the heart and blood circulation and is equivalent to any other standard aerobic exercise.

  Dr William Fry, Standford University, claims one minute of laughter is equal to 10 minutes on the rowing machine. 

  The singular benefit almost everybody derives is a sense of well-being because more oxygen is taken in during laughter.

  It is an exercise regime suitable for all, including people confined to a bed or a wheelchair.

5. Laughter is internal jogging.  laughter massages internal organs by enhancing the blood supply and increasing their efficiency. This is especially good for proper bowel movement. 

  Laughter exercises the abdominal muscles and helps to improve muscle tone. 

6. Laughter is a natural pain killer

  Laughter increases the levels of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers. Norman Cousins, an American journalist who is suffering from an incurable disease of the spine, benefited from laughter therapy in a situation when all painkillers were ineffective. 

  Endorphins released as a benefit of laughter may help in reducing the intensity of pain in those suffering from arthritis, spondylitis and muscular spasms of the body. 

7. Laughter can control high blood pressure. laughter helps to control blood pressure by reducing the release of stress-related hormones. 

  Experiments have demonstrated that a 10-minute laughter session leads to a reduction of 10-20 mm in blood pressure.

8. Laughter ca help dump depression and anxiety.

  the stress and strain of modern life takes a heavy toll on the human body and mind.  

  Better sleep

  Reduced depression. Some people claim they can manage without prescribed anti-depressant pills and tranquilizers.

9. Laughter alleviates Bronchitis and Asthma. Laughter improves lung capacity and oxygen levels in the blood.

  Laughter club members report a marked reduction in the frequency of asthma attacks. 

10. Laughter just makes you feel good.

  Laugh and the world laughs with you. How you react to life is up to you. Live life laughing!