Health Benefits of Watching Comedy Movies

(NC) Watching movies that make you laugh is actually good for you. Stress experts are chiming in on the positive health benefits of laughter – and as it turns out, a good two-hour movie, especially if you’re sharing the comedy with others, may be the most upbeat and enjoyable therapy yet.

We all know how we feel after a good laugh. There’s the emotional pleasure of having fun, especially at someone else’s expense. Laughing also causes positive things to happen in our heads and bodies, such as reducing stress hormones and increasing our level of endorphins, which help build up immunity to disease.

Funny moments are also worth sharing with friends and family. Putting everyone around you in a positive mood reduces their stress levels and creates an atmosphere that is friendly and enjoyable.

You actually get a physical workout as well when you laugh. Not only do the muscles in your face get exercise, but you’re also benefiting your heart and breathing. Laughter takes our minds off negative emotions – and it even gives our abs a workout.

Did you know, however, that we don’t get enough laughter in our day-to-day lives? Researchers have found that an average adult laughs as little as 15 times a day, which is extremely low on the humor meter. So why not make a pledge to set up a regular movie night in the company of a great comedy?

“It’s going to make a big difference in the way you feel,” says Ron Cihocki, the Country Manager for Redbox Canada, a leading name in movie rentals. “We always see a strong demand for films that entertain and are genuinely funny. Comedies also appeal to all ages, making them ideal for family viewing.”