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Regular churchgoers happier than others staying at home--study

People who go to the church on a regular basis are happier and lead more satisfying lives than the ones who don’t, according to a novel study conducted at the University of Wisconsin.

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Regular churchgoers gradually become part of a like minded religious social network which acts as an essential moral support for them.

Sociology assistant professor Chaeyoon Lim of the University of Wisconsin-Madison said, "Our study offers compelling evidence that it is the social aspects of religion rather than theology or spirituality that leads to life satisfaction.In particular, we find that friendships built in religious congregations are the secret ingredient in religion that makes people happier."

Eating chocolate can ease chronic fatigue syndrome

Dark chocolate contains certain chemicals which can help relieve chronic fatigue syndrome, reveals a recent study by researchers from the University of Hull and the Hull York Medical School.

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Regular consumption of chocolate rich in cocoa liquor or polyphenol reduces the severity of the disorder significantly.

Earlier studies have confirmed that chocolate has the ability to enhance various neurotransmitters like phenyl ethylamine, serotonin, and anandamide in the brain region.

However, the benefit of dark chocolate in handling chronic fatigue has been studied for the first time, the researchers said.

Exercise therapy can ease depression--study

Although, there is no concrete research to establish that exercise by itself can cure depression, a new study suggests physical activity as an overall therapy can be a useful tool to distract from depressive thoughts and feelings.

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According to researchers, exercise is a major stress buster that not only keeps us from brooding over negative feelings and letting off steam, but keeps the body flexible, improves sleeping patterns, keep blood pressure in check and help increase bone strength.

Jasper Smits, director of the Anxiety Research and Treatment Program at Southern Methodist University at Dallas who led the study stated, "Individuals who exercise report fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression, and lower levels of stress and anger.

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