“Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence.”
Being happy promotes a range of lifestyle habits that are important for overall health. Happy people tend to eat healthier diets, with higher intakes of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Being happy may help keep your immune system strong, which might help you fight off the common cold and chest infections.
Stress increases levels of the hormone cortisol, which can cause weight gain, disturbed sleep and high blood pressure. Happy people tend to produce lower levels of cortisol in response to stressful situations.
Being happier can help lower blood pressure, which may decrease the risk of heart disease. However, more research is required.
Happier people live longer. This may be because they engage in more health-promoting behaviors, such as exercise.
Being happy may help promote a healthy lifestyle. Happier people are more likely to eat healthier diets and engage in physical activity.