Did you know that according to scientists there are 19 different types of smiles? Since smiles are caused by positive emotions, and laughter causes positive emotions, today in our column "Did you know that…?" we share some facts about laughter.
A person laughs up to 30 times more when he is in the company of other people than when he is alone. That's why we can truly say that laughter is contagious.
Frequent and heartfelt laughter helps the body reduce the risk of serious diseases. By changing our body's cortisol levels, laughing lowers our stress levels.
Laughter is actually a good workout! When you laugh you strengthen the muscles of the face, stomach and diaphragm.
according to some studies, at least 15 minutes of laughter a day increases life expectancy by two days?
The science that deals with the study of laughter and its effects on the human body is called gelotology.
Humans are not the only creatures that laugh. Although not as obvious to detect, many animals also experience something similar to laughter.
Children laugh about three times more than adults, and women more than men.
Most people cannot laugh on "command". Laughter is not something we consciously produce.
Did you know that laughter helps release endorphins that can bring about positive changes in a person's mindset?
Laughter laughter can deliver more oxygen to the lungs,than a deep breath.
By laughing, each of us can boost our immunity.
When you laugh in this act of movement, between 5 and 53 facial muscles can be involved.
Babies are born with the ability to smile. A smile makes a person look more attractive, sociable and confident.
