Laughter, Crying, And Kissing Boosts Immune System Against Allergies
Studies show that genuine laughter reduces the allergic response to allergens like dust mites. Laughter boosted the immune system in subjects who watched a humorous video for a few hours and the boost lasted until the next day.
Natural immune killer cell activity almost doubled compared to watching nothing. The number white blood cells in the bloodstream went up, immune boosting interferon went up, and antibody production also went up.
Laughter prevented an overactive allergic response and boosted immune protection at the same time. The humorous video in itself didn’t help defend against allergies, and people had to actually find the video funny and laugh to gain the immune supporting benefits of laughter.
Crying in response to a tear jerking movie and kissing also helped to boost the immune system, thus reinforcing that love is a healing force just like the natural plant foods in a whole food plant-based diet.