Pleasurable Health Hacks That Actually Work

“There’s something about having to coordinate your actions with those of others that brings particular health benefits

- Teresa Dumain

Cracking up with friends increases pain tolerance

Genuine, feel-it-in-your-gut laughter triggers the release of mood boosting endorphins, which leads to a higher tolerance for pain. Researchers at Oxford University put frozen wine-chiller sleeves around volunteers’ arms both before and after having them watch funny sitcoms, stand-up comedy routines or serious documentaries. Those who laughed could withstand pain longer, and laughing along with others relieved pain better than did chuckling alone.

Singing prevents a cold