The only problem seems to be that men are choosing to snack on unhealthier options such as sweets and cakes — and I don't think women can be blamed for their partners drinking more beer!

Women seemed more attuned tothe health issues posed by obesity, said study author Dr. Matthew Ryan, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at University of Florida,Gainesville.

The happy women had lower levels of two proteins linked to health problems like heart disease and cancer.