As most of you know by now, I LOVE comedy -- to the point that I named my show, “Health, HUMOR and Harmony”! Mark Gregory is the nephew of legendary comic, Dick Gregory. I first met Mark at a fundraiser in Harlem, and we've shared stories about laughter and health ever since. In today's episode, Mark shares his tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while leading a hectic comedian’s schedule. We also discuss the physical and mental benefits to humor, and why laughter may just be the best medicine!

0:00 Intro
1:18 How Mark and I first met at a Harlem YMCA!
3:35 How Does Mark Balance Health with a Hectic Working Standup Comedian's Schedule?
4:11 Importance of Being Intentional
5:35 Water, Water, Water!
7:14 Know Your Body
8:03 Mental Acuity, Nutrition and Hydration
9:44 Planning Meals While on the Road
10:50 Comedy, Drugs and Alcohol
13:20 Co-occurring Addiction and Mental Illness
15:17 Why @conanobrien Does NOT Think Laughter is the Best Medicine!
15:55 How Mark Has Used Laughter to Heal
19:04 The Neurobiology of Laughter and Medicine
20:52 Dr. Roy's Insights
21:42 Joke of the Day

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Note: The content in this video should not replace medical advice from your doctor or other licensed health care professionals. For questions about your personal health, please consult your physician.