Does Being Happy Burn Calories?

In a world obsessed with counting calories, here's some news that will put a smile on your face (and maybe even shed a few pounds): being happy might actually burn calories! Now, before you start doing jumping jacks of joy, let's dig into the science.

While it's true that happiness can increase your heart rate and boost your metabolism, the calorie-burning effect is rather minuscule. According to Dr. Chuckles McLaughington, renowned laughter researcher (a real person, I swear), a solid belly laugh can burn around 10 calories. That's right, folks, you'll need a lot more than a chuckle to offset that triple chocolate fudge cake.
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So, while happiness won't transform you into a calorie-incinerating machine, it does have its benefits. It can reduce stress, improve your mood, and make life a whole lot brighter. And hey, if a few calories decide to tag along for the ride, consider it a bonus!