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A Healthy Heart Starts with a Good Laugh!

Yiwen Lu, MS, RD
February 18, 2025
February 18, 2025

Laughter is good for the heart—literally! Research suggests that laughing can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and improve circulation. So, what better way to celebrate American Heart Month than with some heart-related jokes? Whether you're looking for a chuckle or a groan-worthy pun, we’ve got you covered.

Heart-Healthy Jokes to Make You Smile

1️⃣ What did the doctor say to the patient who had too much coffee?
👉 "You’ve got a latte heart palpitations!"

2️⃣ Why did the cholesterol go to therapy?
👉 Because it had too much buildup from past relationships!

3️⃣ What do you call a romantic heart?
👉 A "cardi-ohhhh"-lover!

4️⃣ Why don’t hearts ever get lost?
👉 Because they always follow their beats!

5️⃣ What’s a heart’s favorite type of exercise?
👉 Cardio, of course!

6️⃣ What did the heart say after a great workout?
👉 “I feel pumped!”

7️⃣ Why was the cardiologist always calm?
👉 Because he had a lot of patients (patience)!

8️⃣ What’s a heart’s favorite pickup line?
👉 “Are you an artery? Because you’ve got my blood flowing!

9️⃣ What’s a heart’s favorite type of music?
👉 Anything with a good beat!

🔟 What did the blood pressure cuff say to the arm?
👉 “You’re under a lot of pressure right now!

Why Laughing is Good for Your Heart

Now that we’ve had our fun, let’s talk about why laughter truly is heart-healthy:

  • Lowers stress hormones – Laughing reduces cortisol, which can help lower blood pressure.
  • Boosts circulation – A good laugh can improve blood flow, similar to exercise.
  • Encourages deep breathing – Just like a mini workout for your lungs and heart.
  • Promotes connection – Social laughter helps reduce loneliness, a known risk factor for heart disease.

So, this American Heart Month, make sure to take care of your heart—not just with exercise and healthy eating, but with some good old-fashioned laughter too!

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