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Laughter Yoga: Boost Health and Happiness Through Laughter

12/22/2025

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Melanin Bee, a Los Angeles comedian, practices Laughasté, a laughter yoga routine derived from laughter clubs that began in India in the 1990s.
Dr. Michael Miller, a cardiologist, says laughter relieves stress and improves health.
Research shows laughter increases immune cells and endorphins, which lower blood pressure, reduce pain, and may help those with depression and chronic pain.
Dr. Madan Kataria started the first laughter club and encourages daily laughter.

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Melanin Bee, a Los Angeles comedian, practices Laughasté, a laughter yoga routine derived from laughter clubs that began in India in the 1990s.
Dr. Michael Miller, a cardiologist, says laughter relieves stress and improves health.
Research shows laughter increases immune cells and endorphins, which lower blood pressure, reduce pain, and may help those with depression and chronic pain.
Dr. Madan Kataria started the first laughter club and encourages daily laughter.