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Infographic: New Year, New You!

On January 13, 2015 Written and Reviewed by JDC Content Committee

New Year, New You: A Guide to Smiling

To celebrate 2015, we created an infographic explaining the health benefits of smiling. And since it’s the start of a new year, why don’t you make a resolution to smile more often?

Did you know:

80% of us would be more likely to talk to somebody we didn’t know if they smiled at us.
When seeking a new partner, a great smile ranks at the top of the most sought after physical attributes.
Frequent smiling can decrease stress levels, lower your heart rate and elevate your mood.
People who smile more feel more relaxed and have a more positive outlook.
It takes 62 muslces to frown but only 26 muslces to smile.
Children smile 400 times a day while adults only smile 20 times a day.

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