What is the tallest building in the world?
The library. It has the most stories!
Sorry, but that’s my kind of humor. I also find kids and pets pretty funny.
Laughter is good medicine. It actually induces physical changes in the body as it stimulates the organs while taking in more oxygen to the heart, lungs, and muscles. It also increases endorphins, relieves stress, stimulates circulation, and improves the immune system.
People who belly laugh on a regular basis have lower standing blood pressure and reduced hormones associated with stress. And laughter strengthens the immune system by increasing infection-fighting antibodies. It’s good for our brain, as well, as it stimulates both sides of the brain enhancing learning.
Laughter even burns calories. According to William Fry, MD, Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford University, one minute of laughter is equal to ten minutes on the rowing machine.
With so many benefits and no side effects, perhaps doctors should start prescribing a joke or comedy a day!
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Midwest Mary 
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