Note: Laughter Yoga is not a dietary supplement. This page summarizes research on laughter yoga as an intervention studied in clinical trials. Evidence grades reflect study quality, not a recommendation.
Laughter Yoga
Laughter yoga is a set of exercises that combines self-induced or simulated laughter with yoga breathing techniques. Laughter yoga may have psychological and physiological benefits, although evidence for these purported beneficial effects is scarce.
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What it is
Laughter yoga is a set of exercises that combines self-induced or simulated laughter with yoga breathing techniques. Laughter yoga may have psychological and physiological benefits, although evidence for these purported beneficial effects is scarce.
Key findings
- Grade D: Stress Signs and Symptoms (Stress)
- Grade D: Subjective Well-Being (Stress)
Safety
No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.
ℹ️ Quick Facts: Laughter Yoga
Quick Facts: Laughter Yoga
- Best Evidence:Grade D
- Conditions Studied:1
- Research Outcomes:2
- Key Effect:Stress
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