Scientific studies ___1___
that the reason of frequent sickness is because there is a lack ___2___
oxygen in the body cells. Laughter exercises and deep breathing
help to attain good health by ___3___ the
supply of oxygen.
Realizing this, Dr. Mardan Kataria started Laughter Yoga: a
blend of yogic deep breathing, stretching and laughter exercises
that cultivate child-like playfulness. He found that the body
cannot differentiate ___4___
real and fake laughter. When we laugh, endorphins which help us
feel good and can relieve pain are released.
Laughter yoga is especially beneficial for ___5___
people. A sedentary lifestyle, illness and lack of physical
exercise cause stiffness of limbs and muscles. This leads to
immobility ___6___
pains and aches. Twenty minutes of continuous laughter exercises
coupled with deep diaphragmatic breathing is good aerobic
exercise. they are a lot of fun too. ___7___,
the seniors can enjoy the company of other people. Laughter is
indeed the best medicine. |