One of the best ways to achieve and maintain health is to have a positive outlook on life. That joie de vivre will impact your health. Laughing helps all of us stay positive. In fact, scientists have proven that laughter will decrease levels of stress and increase the well-being of immune systems. Laughter also makes us feel closer to those who laugh with us and this helps us have a good circle of friends which also contributes to good health. Depression and stress cause a myriad of health problems, so if you are feeling glum, don’t sweat it out, just laugh it off.