For years we’ve been told that if we drink coffee the caffeine will play havoc with our heart, our blood pressure, our stress levels and is known to lead to headaches, aggression, mood swings, and sleepless nights, but new research has shown that it does have it’s benefits.

By Dexter Yarbrough. Have you ever felt a great deal of stress, anxiety or pain? Have you ever experienced a feeling of being cleansed after a good laugh? Laughter provides a physical and emotional release. Research has shown that the health benefits of laughing are far-ranging. Laughter can help relieve pain, reduce depression and bring greater happiness.

Exercise your dog, your dog needs sufficient aerobic exercise. If Fido is sleeping more than 16 hours a day out of boredom, it is time for dogs to have some fun. Lack of activity is the most common reason behavior problems develop as well as health issues. I have always heard the expression that a tired dog is a good dog. So dog owners, get out there and walk, it is good for you too. Start slowly if you are not used to walking and give it a good 15 minutes to start. Your dog will need an interim period too before turning it up a notch.