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Being Happy Can Be Good For the Heart

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Being happy is good for the heart.

Doctors at Harvard found people who are optimistic and satisfied with life are less likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke.

In fact the most optimistic people have a 50 percent reduced risk.

Previous research has shown stress and depression can INCREASE the risk of heart problems.