Have a Laugh

Laughter really is good medicine. From releasing pain-killing
endorphins to improving your memory, laughter can have many
benefits on your body and brain - it’s even been shown to boost
“gamma” brainwaves, which are associated with higher level brain
processes, like learning and memory. In this episode, Michael
shares a chuckle with cardiologist Professor Michael Miller from
the University of Pennsylvania in the US to discuss how laughter
can help your heart health, keep your blood vessels young, and be
the antidote to stress. Meanwhile, our volunteer Manpreet enjoys
the benefits of a glorious cackle.


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Producer: Nija Dalal-Small Science Producer: Catherine Wyler
Assistant Producer: Gulnar Mimaroglu Trainee Assistant Producer:
Toni Arenyeka Executive Producer: Zoe Heron A BBC Studios
production for BBC Sounds / BBC Radio 4.