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Happy Tunes May Make For Healthier Hearts

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November 14, 2008

Researchers report that listening to joyful music can cause blood vessels to dilate, increasing blood flow — which is good for cardiovascular health. Michael Miller, principal investigator of the study, explains the brain-body link and which songs may make for healthy hearts.

A Heart-Healthy Playlist?
Below are songs used in the study:

"Blue Angel" and "In Dreams" by Roy Orbison

"Who Says You Can't Go Home (Country Version)" by Bon Jovi

"Light In Your Eyes" by Sheryl Crow

"Until I Fall Away" and "Curious Thing" by Gin Blossoms

"Wild One" by Faith Hill

 
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