01/24/2026
It's National Belly Laugh Day! In honour of it, here are 5 fun facts about laughter you probably didn't know:
1. It boosts immunity
People who laugh more are less likely to fall sick.
2. It fights stress
Laughing releases endorphins that elevate your mood and make you feel good.
3. It burns a lot of calories
Studies have shown that laughing for 10 minutes can burn up to 40 calories.
4. Gelotology is a science
The study of laughter and its effect on the body is called Gelotology.
5. Three hours of laughter
Belachew Girma from Ethiopia holds the World Record for the longest laughing session, which lasted for three hours and six minutes.