Seven benefits of having a cat

They are doormats, independent, they keep you company, the Internet is rendered before them, and science has proven that having a furry partner is beneficial for your health. Whether you have touched a lap cat or one more introvert and calm that loves your space, have a feline around you can be even more rewarding Y beneficial Than having a human partner. And those who love those cats They know this is so.

This August 8 International Cat Day is celebrated and to celebrate it we have compiled some little known scientific data, which shows how incredible the cats for our life

one. MAY LOWER THE RISK OF SUFFERING HEART DISEASES

Studies have shown that having a cat can reduce your stress levels, and therefore the risk of cardiovascular disease. Owning a cat can reduce by around 30% risk of several heart diseases, including stroke.

two. THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS:

The calming effect of having a cat triggers the release of oxytocin, a hormone known to induce feelings of love and trust. People who go through difficult times such as grief or mourning ensure that their pet helps them cope with their feelings. In addition, one study found that children with autism They were more likely to be less anxious and calm while stroking a cat.

3. RONRONEO AS THERAPY

The purr of a cat is one of the most comforting sounds in the world and, although it means that your cat is happy and comfortable, sound has also been associated, for a long time, with the healing therapy of human bones and muscles.

The purring of cats creates vibrations at a frequency of 20-140 HZ, and studies have shown that frequencies in the range of 18-35 HZ have a positive effect on joint mobility after an injury. Scientists have begun to study how cat noise could help humans.

Four. IMPROVE YOUR DREAM

Several studies in the United Kingdom have found that people (especially women) prefer to sleep with their cats than with their partners, and even report that they sleep better with a cat than with a human bed partner. A study conducted by the Mayo Clinic Center for Sleep Medicine confirmed that: 41% of people who had cat They indicated that they slept better thanks to their pet.

5. INCREASE YOUR IMMUNITY:

Exposure to pet dander and skin increases resistance to allergens, which reduces the risk of allergies and asthma.

6. REDUCE BLOOD PRESSURE:

It's made up that cat owners have a lower blood pressure than those without pets. And everything is thanks to the calming presence that these felines provide.

7. REDUCE THE LEVELS OF TRIGLYCERIDS AND CHOLESTEROL:

It is proven that living with cats reduces levels of triglycerides and cholesterol, responsible for most heart disease, accidents cerebrovascular and liver and kidney diseases.

They even help you if they don't have them nearby. A study of more than 7,000 people conducted by the University of Indiana in Bloomington found that watching videos of cats on the Internet increases the energy and positive emotions of viewers and decreases negative feelings.

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